The Bill of Rights Quiz

Who wrote the twelve amendments that were presented to the states for final approval?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

How many amendments were approved to make up the Bill of Rights?

• 5

• 10

• 12

• 15

When were the amendments that make up the Bill of Rights approved?

• July 4, 1776

• September 17, 1787

• December 15, 1791

• March 4, 1789

Why did some delegates not approve the Constitution initially?

• It did not include a bill of rights

• It was too long

• It was written in a different language

• It was not signed by George Washington

What is the cornerstone for Americans' freedoms according to the text?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Emancipation Proclamation