Why did the framers of the Constitution initially avoid adding a Bill of Rights?

Understanding the Ninth Amendment

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Ethan Morris
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They believed all rights were already covered.
They feared omitting important rights.
They wanted to leave it for future generations.
They thought it was unnecessary.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What was James Madison's concern about listing rights?
It would be too vague.
It might imply no other rights exist.
It would be too lengthy.
It would be too specific.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the purpose of the Ninth Amendment?
To list all possible rights.
To provide a clear list of rights.
To limit the power of the government.
To acknowledge unenumerated rights.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is the Ninth Amendment often described?
As a clear guideline.
As a historical document.
As a comprehensive list.
As a 'black hole' of rights.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a potential consequence of the Ninth Amendment's ambiguity?
It leads to more rights being listed.
It makes the Constitution obsolete.
It causes confusion in legal interpretation.
It simplifies the Constitution.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What challenge do judges face with the Ninth Amendment?
Listing all possible rights.
Ignoring the amendment.
Finding new rights to add.
Interpreting unwritten rights.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why has the Ninth Amendment been rarely used in Supreme Court cases?
It is not relevant to modern issues.
It is not part of the Constitution.
Judges are not supposed to create rights.
It is too vague.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which right is often associated with the Ninth Amendment despite not being listed?
Right to privacy.
Freedom of speech.
Right to a fair trial.
Right to bear arms.
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which amendments are thought to imply the right to privacy?
First, Third, Fourth, and Ninth.
Third, Fifth, and Sixth.
First, Second, and Third.
Second, Fourth, and Fifth.
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