Bill of Rights

Who was the person that helped create the Bill of Rights?

• James Madison

• Benjamin Franklin

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To make the government stronger

• To give the president all of the power

• To protect the rights of individuals

• To make the United States the most powerful country

How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?

• 7

• 8

• 9

• 10

When was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

• 1776

• 1791

• 1981

• 1999

What amendment protects the freedom of speech and religion?

• 1st

• 2nd

• 4th

• 9th

What rights do the 6th amendment protect?

• The right to remain silent

• The right to bear arms

• The right to free money

• The right to a fair and speedy trial

What rights do the 4th amendment protect?

• Protection against illegal searches

• Protection from the military

• Right to remain silent

• Freedom of speech

What rights do the 4th-8th amendments protect?

• Freedom from taxes

• Fair treatment by the legal system

• Right to bear arms

• Freedom of religion

How old is the constitution

• 400 years old

• 300 years old

• 233 years old

• 217 years old

Why should we learn about the Bill of Rights?

• To understand our rights and privileges as citizens

• To make more money

• To get good grades

• To be better than others