Mastering Ch. 11 - The Bill of Rights

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What does the 1st Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protect?

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Freedom of Religion, Speech, Press, Assembly, and Petition

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Which amendment restricts the quartering of troops in private homes?

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3rd Amendment

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Explain the concept of "Clear and Present Danger" as it relates to the 1st Amendment.

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It permits the government to ban speech only if it poses an imminent threat to society.

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What is the primary focus of the 4th Amendment?

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Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures

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Eminent Domain (5th Amendment)

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The government can take private property for public use but must provide just compensation.

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Which amendment provides the right to a trial by jury in certain civil cases?

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7th Amendment

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What does the 8th Amendment prohibit?

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Cruel and unusual punishment

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Explain the significance of the "Gideon Rule" in the context of the 6th Amendment.

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It ensures that a person must have counsel (lawyer) in court regardless of the charges.

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What does the 9th Amendment protect?

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Rights not specifically enumerated in the Bill of Rights

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How does the 10th Amendment define the distribution of powers?

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