Amendment Flashcard

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The Virginia plan focused on who?

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Large Population States

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The U.S. government wants to house troops in your home what amendment can you use to stop this?

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3rd

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What is the main purpose of the 8th amendment in the U.S. Constitution?

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To protect against cruel and unusual punishment

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Which amendment in the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a fair trial?

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6th

Front

What is the significance of the 5th amendment in the U.S. Constitution?

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To prevent self-incrimination

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Which amendment in the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to a speedy trial?

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6th

Front

What is the main purpose of the 4th amendment in the U.S. Constitution?

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To prevent unreasonable searches and seizures

Front

Which states would have benefitted the most from the New Jersey Plan? Options: low population states, high population states, all states, Great Britain

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low population states

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What is the purpose of the 10th amendment?

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To limit the powers of the federal government and reserve certain powers to the states or the people.

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What is the significance of the 1st amendment in the U.S. Constitution?

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To protect freedom of speech and religion