Bill of Rights Study Guide

Question 1

The original purpose of adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution was to protect __________________________ from __________________________________.

Answer 1

The original purpose of adding a Bill of Rights to the Constitution was to protect _____________people_____________ from _____the government taking advantage or being unfair to the people______.

Question 2

List the three main freedoms of expression protected under the 1st Amendment-

Answer 2

to worship freely, the right of free speech, and the right to assemble and petition.

Question 3

The 1st Amendment does not protect speech if that speech-

Answer 3

Promotes violence

Question 4

What gun restrictions may a state impose on its people without violating the 2nd amendment?

Answer 4

Gun restrictions a state may impose on its people is what guns are sold, where they will be carried, and who cannot own a gun.

Question 5

Under the 3rd Amendment, you may defend your property against intruders if-

Answer 5

You are in fear for your own safety.

Question 6

The 4th Amendment allows the police to search you or your property if-

Answer 6

they have a warrant.

Question 7

Under the 5th Amendment, what is/are- i) Your ‘Miranda’ rights?

Answer 7

Miranda rights are the right to be silent.

Question 8

Under the 5th Amendment, what is/are- Double Jeopardy

Answer 8

Double Jeopardy is when you cannot be charged with the same crime twice.

Question 9

Under the 6th Amendment you are ______________ until proven _________________. The burden of proof has to be beyond _________________________.

Answer 9

Under the 6th Amendment you are ______innocent________ until proven ________guilty_________. The burden of proof has to be beyond __________80%_______________.

Question 10

In a 7th Amendment civil trial, a guilty verdict cannot result in _________________. Also, the burden of proof is _____________ than in a criminal case-

Answer 10

In a 7th Amendment civil trial, a guilty verdict cannot result in _______jail time____________. Also, the burden of proof is ______lower________ than in a criminal case-

Question 11

Our 8th Amendment protects us from-

Answer 11

¨excessive sentences¨ and ¨cruel and unusual punishment¨.

Question 12

Under the _________ amendment, states may make their own laws, so long as they don’t ________________________.

Answer 12

Under the ____10th_____ amendment, states may make their own laws, so long as they don’t __________contradict Federal laws______________.