2.4 Safeguards

What do the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights serve as?

• Rules for the government only

• Guardians of individual rights

• A list of citizen duties

• A historical document collection

Are all rights absolute?

• Yes, without any limitations

• No, some have limitations

• Only rights in the Bill of Rights are absolute

• Only during times of peace

What can the government impose on property rights?

• Unlimited taxes

• A ban on selling property

• Complete control over property

• Regulations to prevent misuse

What is Civil Disobedience?

• A government policy

• Breaking certain laws to protest

• A type of government law

• Ignoring all laws

Why may the government impose restrictions on our rights?

• To protect the greater good

• To gain more power

• Without any specific reason

• To restrict freedom of speech

What might the government enforce during times of war?

• Complete censorship of media

• Abolishment of rights

• Forced internment

• Unlimited freedom

When can limitations on speech occur?

• Only in schools

• During wartime to protect national security

• Never

• Always

What is the role of the judicial branch?

• To interpret the Constitution

• To enforce laws

• To make laws

• To elect government officials

What helps maintain a peaceful and inclusive society?

• Ignoring discriminatory actions

• Allowing all types of speech

• Preventing the spread of hate speech

• Limiting freedom of speech

What are the US Constitution and the Bill of Rights considered as?

• Suggestions for society

• Unchangeable laws

• Ancient texts

• Living documents