Bill of Rights Quiz

In a school play about the formation of the Constitution, Noah was playing the role of Alexander Hamilton, Mia was John Adams, Grace was Thomas Jefferson, and their friend was James Madison. Who was playing the role of the person known as the father of the Constitution?

• Noah (Alexander Hamilton)

• Mia (John Adams)

• Grace (Thomas Jefferson)

• Their friend (James Madison)

Noah, Maya, and Ethan are participating in a school debate. They are discussing which amendment allows them to express their feelings in different ways. Which amendment are they referring to?

• Third Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

Michael, Arjun, and Benjamin are in a history class discussing the U.S. Constitution. Arjun argues that the Second Amendment protects a certain right. What right is Arjun referring to?

• Right to free speech

• Right to a fair trial

• Right to bear arms

• Right to assemble peacefully

Charlotte is hosting a party at her house. Lily and Liam are discussing the rules they need to follow. They remember that one rule is related to the Third Amendment. What does this rule prohibit?

• Unreasonable searches and seizures at Charlotte's house

• Housing of soldiers at Charlotte's house in times of peace

• Cruel and unusual punishment at Charlotte's house

• Excessive fines for party violations at Charlotte's house

Mia's house was searched by the police without a warrant. Which amendment is being violated in this scenario?

• Rights in criminal cases

• Search through your stuff

• Soldiers in your home

• Personal protection

Avery, Grace, and Sophia are studying for their civics exam. They come across a question about the Sixth Amendment. Sophia says it's about the right to practice any religion, Avery thinks it's about the right to a speedy trial, and Grace believes it's about the right to bear arms. Who is correct?

• Right to practice any religion

• Right to a speedy trial

• Right to bear arms

• Right to remain silent

Liam, Anika, and Daniel are discussing a legal issue. They are trying to figure out what type of case the Seventh Amendment deals with. Can you help them?

• Search and seizure cases

• Personal protection cases

• Civil cases

• Criminal cases

Maya, Ethan, and Liam are preparing for a school play on the U.S. Constitution. They are assigned to enact the Eighth Amendment and want to understand what it prohibits. Can you help them?

• It prohibits the housing of soldiers in times of peace

• It prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures

• It prohibits cruel and unusual punishment

• It prohibits excessive fines

Elijah, Emma, and James are studying for their upcoming civics test. They come across a question about the U.S. Constitution, specifically the Ninth Amendment. Based on their study materials, what does the Ninth Amendment protect?

• Powers of the states and the people

• National rights not explicitly listed

• Treatment of criminals

• Rights in criminal cases

During a school debate, Zoe, Aiden, and Abigail are given a topic related to the U.S. Constitution. They are asked to discuss the Tenth Amendment in the context of a recent state legislation. What does the Tenth Amendment primarily address in this context?

• Powers of the states and the people

• National rights not explicitly listed

• Rights in criminal cases

• Treatment of criminals