The Bill of Rights

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What does Amendment 1 prohibit Congress from doing?

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Congress can't make any law that favors one religion over another, stops you from practicing your religion, keeps you from saying whatever you want, prevents media from presenting news, or stops peaceful demonstrations.

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What is the main right protected by Amendment 2?

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The right to keep and bear arms.

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Under what condition can soldiers be quartered in your house according to Amendment 3?

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Only during war, and even then, Congress must pass a law and set the rules.

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What does Amendment 4 protect against?

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Unreasonable searches and seizures without a warrant and probable cause.

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What are the protections provided by Amendment 5?

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Right to a Grand Jury, protection against double jeopardy, self-incrimination, due process, and fair compensation for property taken by the government.

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What rights does Amendment 6 guarantee to someone accused of a crime?

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The right to a speedy and public trial, an impartial jury, to be informed of the charges, to confront witnesses, and to have legal counsel.

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What type of cases does Amendment 7 cover?

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Civil cases, providing the right to a jury trial.

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What does Amendment 8 prohibit?

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Excessive bail or fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.

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What does Amendment 9 state about rights not listed in the Constitution?

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The listing of certain rights in the Constitution does not mean that people do not have other rights as well.

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What does Amendment 10 state

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Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states or the people.