Understanding the Bill of Rights

Front

Which amendment guarantees the freedom of speech, religion, and the press?

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First Amendment

Front

Which amendment protects the right to keep and bear arms?

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Second Amendment

Front

Which amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes without the owner's consent?

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Third Amendment

Front

Which amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?

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Fourth Amendment

Front

Which amendment provides the right to due process and protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy?

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Fifth Amendment

Front

Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury?

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Sixth Amendment

Front

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

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Seventh Amendment

Front

Which amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments?

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Eighth Amendment

Front

Which amendment states that the enumeration of certain rights in the Constitution does not deny others retained by the people?

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Ninth Amendment

Front

Which amendment reserves powers not delegated to the United States to the states or the people?

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Tenth Amendment