The Bill of Rights L-10

In 1788, why did several states refuse to approve the U.S. Constitution?

• It did not list the rights of the people.

• It did not include the branches of government.

• It did not indicate who would be the chief executive.

• It did not allow for changes to be made in the future.

Which of these best describes James Madison’s role in the creation of the Bill of Rights?

• judge

• author

• reporter

• opponent

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

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.

What is included in the First Amendment to the Constitution?

• the basic freedoms of all people

• the three branches of government

• the structure of the federal system

• the responsibilities of the president

Which of these is not included in the First Amendment?

• freedom to vote

• freedom of speech

• freedom of religion

• freedom to assemble

How does freedom of the press help maintain a democratic society?

• It provides jobs for journalists.

• It allows citizens to be informed.

• It prevents politicians from giving opinions.

• It requires newspapers to charge a low price.

Which of these would not be protected by the First Amendment?

• criticizing officials in an editorial

• debating controversial issues in class

• promoting ideas that are unpopular

• damaging property in a protest march

Which of these guarantees that a group has the right to gather to protest a tax they think is unfair?

• the right to privacy

• the right to assemble

• the right to bear arms

• the right to worship freely

The Second Amendment is often at the center of debate in this country. Which of these rights does it protect?

• the right to own guns

• the right to pay taxes

• the right to public education

• the right to vote in elections