The Bill of Rights

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The first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution are called the ________________.

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The Bill of Rights

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Why did some of the Constitutional Convention delegates insist on adding the Bill of Rights to the Constitution?

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They wanted to protect the individual rights of the citizens, such as freedom of speech.

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Why is the First Amendment often cited as the most important amendment in the Bill of Rights?

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It protects the five key rights that the United States was founded on.

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Which statement best describes rights of U.S. citizens? Responses: People have rights that are not listed in the Bill of Rights, U.S. citizens have no rights., Only rights listed in the Bill of Rights and the Constitution are protected., Only right listed in the Bill of Rights are protected.

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People have rights that are not listed in the Bill of Rights

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What is the purpose of “due process”?

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To protect people's rights when they are accused of a crime.

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Which statement best explains the concept of “rule of law”? Options: Government makes the laws and rules. Laws apply to everyone equally. Different people have different laws they must follow. Police officers enforce the laws.

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Laws apply to everyone equally

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American citizens can practice any religion they choose. Which one of the 1st Amendment Rights does this fall under?

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Freedom of Religion

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American citizens have the right to express their opinions and ideas. Which one of the 1st Amendment Rights does this fall under?

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Freedom of Speech

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American citizens have the right to access information from many different sources. Which one of the 1st Amendment Rights does this fall under?

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Freedom of the Press

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American citizens have the right to formally ask for changes under the law. Which one of the 1st Amendment Rights does this fall under?

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Right to Petition