Introduction to the Bill of Rights - Unit 8

Open Ended

What are the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?

Open Ended

Why did Anti-Federalists want a Bill of Rights?

Open Ended

How many states initially needed to ratify the Constitution?

Multiple Choice

Why was the phrase "pursuit of Happiness" chosen over "property" in the Declaration of Independence?

• To align with the views of the Federalists.

• To reflect a broader concept of individual rights.

• To appease the Anti-Federalists.

• To emphasize economic rights.

Open Ended

Why were some Bill of Rights protections not immediately applied to state governments?