TCI Lesson 10: The Bill of Rights

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 the federal 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 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 of the Constitution?

• the basics 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 for individuals 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 is a responsibility of the right of freedom of the press?

• to tell the truth

• to print every day

• to write creatively

• to interview celebrities

Which of these guarantees that a group had 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