Bill of Rights Flashcard

Front

Which of these is one purpose of the Bill of Rights?
Options:
to determine the election process,
to limit the power of government,
to rewrite the Constitution,
to outline the responsibilities of Congress

Back

to limit the power of government

Front

How many total amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?

Back

10

Front

When was the Bill of Rights written?

Back

Immediately After the Constitution

Front

Which of these describes Thomas Jefferson’s belief about government and religion? Options: He believed religion should guide government policy. He believed in the separation of religion and government. He believed taxes should pay for the construction of churches. He believed that only members of a religion should serve as president.

Back

He believed in the separation of religion and government.

Front

Which Amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms?

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2nd

Front

All of the following are rights of the accused EXCEPT... the right to remain silent, the right to a speedy trial, the right to have a lawyer, the right to expensive bail

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the right to expensive bail

Front

This court order allows police to enter private property and collect evidence of a crime...

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Search Warrant

Front

The 5th amendment protects a citizen from being put on trial twice for the same crime. This is called...

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Double Jeopardy

Front

This amendment gives power to the States and not the government. Like state highway speed limits.

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10

Front

Which Amendment is about excessive bail and protects against cruel and unusual punishment?

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8th Amendment