Bill of Rights Quiz

Which of these is one purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• to determine the election process

• to limit the power of government

• to rewrite the Constitution

• to outline the responsibilities of Congress

How many total amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?

• 10

• 20

• 27

• 57

When was the BIll of Rights written?

• Before the Constitution

• After the Constitution

• During the Constitution

• 100 yrs after the Constitution

Which of these describes Thomas Jefferson’s belief about government and religion?

• He believed religion should guide government policy.

• He believed in the separation of religion and government.

• He believed taxes should pay for the construction of churches.

• He believed that only members of a religion should serve as president.

Which Amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms?

• 4th

• 5th

• 2nd

• 3rd

All of the following are rights of the accused EXCEPT...

• the right to remain silent
• the right to a speedy trial
• the right to have a lawyer
• the right to bail

This court order allows police to enter private property and collect evidence of a crime...

• Bail
• Subpoena
• Indictment
• Search Warrant

The 5th amendment protects a citizen from being put on trial twice for the same crime. This is called...

• Miranda rights
• Double Trouble
• Eminent Domain
• Double Jeopardy

This amendment gives power to the States and not the government. Like state highway speed limits.

• #4

• #10

• #2

• #1

Which Amendment is about excessive bail and protects against cruel and unusual punishment?

• 8th Amendment

• 6th Amendment

• 3rd Amendment

• 10th Amendment