Bill of Rights

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Which amendment states "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."?

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Eight amendment

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Which of the following rights is NOT protected by the First Amendment to the United States Constitution?

Freedom of religion

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Freedom of the press

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Freedom of speech

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Right to bear arms

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Right to bear arms

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The Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution primarily addresses which principle?

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The powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states

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A soldier knocks on my door and wants to stay in my house. What amendment can I use to tell them no?

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3

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What does the Seventh Amendment state?

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In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall not be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

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What is the primary purpose of the Ninth Amendment to the United States Constitution?

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To ensure that rights not specifically listed in the Constitution are still protected

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A _____________, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.

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well-regulated militia

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The Sixth Amendment says that:

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the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial

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The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects citizens from which of the following?

Cruel and unusual punishment

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Excessive bail and fines

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Being forced to testify against themselves

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Unreasonable searches and seizures

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Unreasonable searches and seizures

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Who was the primary author of the Bill of Rights?

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James Madison