Bill of Rights 23

The Bill of Rights is

• the first eight amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

• the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

• the first twelve amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

• the first fourteen amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

All of the following are included in the First Amendment EXCEPT:

• freedom of religion

• freedom to petition your government

• freedom from unlawful search and seizures

• freedom of the press

The First Amendment guarantees religious freedom. Which statement is true?

• Congress can make laws that favor Christianity over other religions.

• There are limits to what people can do in the name of religious freedom.

• Certain religious beliefs are banned if they conflict with the ideals of the Constitution.

• Government and religion are completely separate at all times.

Which of the following is protected by the First Amendment?

• burning an American flag as a protest against government policies

• shouting "Fire!" in a theater and causing a panic when there is no fire

• publishing government secrets that might help an enemy during wartime

• printing lies about other people in an effort to damage their reputation

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 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

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

• It provides jobs for journalists.

• It allows individuals to be informed.

• It prevents politicians from giving opinions.

• It requires newspapers to charge a low price.

Which of these is a RESPONSIBILITY of the right to freedom of the press?

• to tell the truth

• to print every day

• to write creatively

• to interview celebrities

To which of these experiences did these three amendments respond?

• slavery in America

• American Indian relocation

• British rule in colonial America

• immigrant treatment in America

What is meant by the “due process of law” included in the Fifth Amendment?

• The government must follow rules as it carries out the law.

• If you are accused of a crime, the law does not guarantee your rights.

• If you are accused of a crime, the law requires you to pay a fine.

• The government cannot deny freedom to convicted criminals.