Bill of Rights Scenarios

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A person decides to protest in front of the White House by saying the government is corrupt and not doing its job. Which amendment protects this person's right to say that?

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First

Front

A person walking around with a concealed weapon and a permit to do so. Which amendment protects a persons right to do that?

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Second

Front

The government forces you to house three soldiers during a war with Canada. Which amendment has been violated?

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Third

Front

An officer wants to come into your home to see if you have any illegal weapons. Which amendment protects you from doing this without a warrant?

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Fourth

Front

You were found not guilty of armed robbery and then put on trial for the same crime right after the verdict, & made to take the stand against your will. Which amendment was violated?

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Fifth

Front

You were arrested for misdemeanor trespassing, & waited 1 year in the County jail before going to trial. What right has been violated?

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Sixth

Front

You choose to have your "CIVIL" trial head by a jury. Which amendment have you used?

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Seventh

Front

A person is given a prison term of life without parole for stealing a candy bar. Which amendment has been violated?

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Eighth

Front

The government cannot tell people that they are not allowed to dye their hair orange. Which amendment guarantees the government cannot do this?

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Ninth

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The state of N.C. was denied the power to implement the lottery when there is no Fed. Law against it, & is NOT mentioned in the Constitution. What Amendment applies?

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Tenth