Constitutional Concepts Quiz

What does it mean to "abridge" rights or privileges in a legal context?

• To extend or expand rights

• To reduce or diminish rights

• To interpret rights

• To transfer rights

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

When a court is said to "adjudicate," what is it doing?

• Advising on legal matters

• Drafting legislation

• Making a formal judgment or decision

• Negotiating legal settlements

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

The term "assemble" is often used in the context of constitutional rights. What does it specifically refer to?

• The process of creating legislation

• The right to gather together in a peaceful manner

• The organization of government bodies

• The compilation of legal documents

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is "Due Process" in the context of law?

• The right to a fair and public trial

• The process of drafting and enacting laws

• The procedures for taxing citizens

• The methods used in diplomatic negotiations

What are "grievances" as mentioned in historical and legal documents?

• Formal complaints or objections

• Government documents

• Judicial decisions

• Legislative proposals

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What does "Habeas Corpus" refer to?

• The right to bear arms

• The right to remain silent

• A legal action through which a person can seek relief from unlawful detention

• The principle of double jeopardy

To "infringe" upon rights means to:

• Respect and uphold them

• Interpret them broadly

• Violate or encroach upon them

• Legally define them

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is a "militia" in the context of constitutional law?

• A professional, standing army

• A group of citizens organized for military service

• A governmental law enforcement agency

• A private security firm

To "petition" the government most directly means to:

• Vote in elections

• Serve in public office

• Make a formal request or demand

• Pay taxes

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "probable cause" refer to in legal proceedings?

• The standard of proof needed in a civil trial

• Reasonable grounds for making a search, pressing a charge, etc.

• The requirement for an unanimous jury in criminal trials

• The legal basis for appealing a court decision