Studies Weekly Week 14

What year was the Bill of Rights ratified?

• 1789

• 1791

• 1776

• 1800

Who introduced the 12 possible amendments to the Constitution?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

What does the Bill of Rights prevent Congress from doing?

• Making any laws

• Taking away a citizen's rights

• Declaring war

• Raising taxes

What is the role of the Supreme Court regarding the Bill of Rights?

• To create new laws

• To determine the constitutionality of a law

• To enforce laws

• To write amendments

What does the First Amendment protect regarding religion?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to practice any religion

• The right to vote

Which amendment gives people the right to keep and bear arms?

• The First Amendment

• The Second Amendment

• The Fourth Amendment

• The Sixth Amendment

What does the Third Amendment prevent during peacetime?

• Soldiers being quartered in private homes without consent

• Unreasonable searches and seizures

• Double jeopardy

• Freedom of speech restrictions

What is required for a search or seizure according to the Fourth Amendment?

• A public vote

• A presidential order

• A search warrant

• A military decree

What right does the Fifth Amendment protect regarding self-incrimination?

• The right to a speedy trial

• The right to remain silent

• The right to bear arms

• The right to free speech

What does the Sixth Amendment guarantee to the accused in criminal prosecutions?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to a speedy and public trial

• The right to vote

• The right to free speech