Civil Rights & Liberties: Crash Course Government & Politics

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What are civil liberties?

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Limitations placed on the government to protect personal freedoms

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What are civil rights?

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Guarantees of equal citizenship and protection from discrimination

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Which document contains the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution?

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The Bill of Rights

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What does the First Amendment protect?

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Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition

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The main purpose of the Bill of Rights is to:

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protect individual freedoms

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What is the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

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To outline the structure of the government

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What does the term "incorporation" refer to in U.S. constitutional law?

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Applying the Bill of Rights to state governments

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Which amendment is known for granting citizenship and equal protection under the law?

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The 14th Amendment

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What does the 14th Amendment's "Equal Protection Clause" ensure?

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That all citizens have the same rights and protections under the law

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What is the "Due Process Clause" in the 14th Amendment?

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It ensures fair treatment through the normal judicial system