Government and Civics

The first 10 amendments to the Constitution are called ______.

• Bill of Rights

• Amendments

• Voting Rights

The right to own a gun (bear arms) is the ____ amendment.

• 3

• 9

• 2

The ____ amendment guarantees citizens the Freedom of religion, speech, press, petition, and assembly.

• 5

• 1

• 8

Due Process is _____________________.

• When the government respects your rights.

• When the government give you extra rights.

• When the government guarantees your voting rights.

What fraction of Congress does it take to propose amendments?

• 2/3

• 3/4

• 1/2

Which amendment gives you the right to a fair trial?

• 4

• 5

• 3

The ____ amendment says the police can't search your home without a warrant or probable cause.

• 7

• 4

• 8

To ratify (accept) an amendment and add it to the Constitution it takes _______ votes of States or State Legislatures.

• 1/2

• 2/3

• 3/4

What does the 6th amendment guarantee?

• The right to a speedy public trial by jury.

• No cruel or unusual punishment.

• Right to refuse soldiers staying in your home.

If you are arrested and allowed to bond out of jail have you received Due Process?

• Yes

• No