Constitutional Protections Quiz

Ben was arrested for jaywalking, a minor offense, but the judge set his bail at $300,000. Which constitutional protection might his lawyer argue is being violated?

• Fifth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

Lily was caught stealing a candy bar and was assigned a bail of $250,000, which her lawyer argues is unreasonable. Which constitutional protection is likely involved?

• First Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Ninth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

Mike is distributing pamphlets at his school about environmental issues. The administration attempts to suspend him, claiming it’s not a protected action. Mike argues his actions are protected under the Ninth Amendment. What is his most likely argument?

• His right to free expression is covered by the Constitution.

• The school must have a court order to suspend him.

• The school’s action is cruel and unusual punishment.

• His right to protest is protected by unenumerated rights.

Emma is giving out pamphlets against a school policy. The administration tries to suspend her, stating it’s not a protected constitutional right. Emma argues her actions are supported by the Ninth Amendment. What is her likely argument?

• Her right to distribute pamphlets is an unenumerated right.

• The school cannot discipline her without a court trial.

• She is protected by her right to due process.

After being convicted of burglary, James is sentenced to life in prison without parole. His attorney argues this is excessive for a non-violent crime. Which amendment is most likely being invoked?

• Fifth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

Marcus was convicted of robbery, but the judge assigned him the maximum penalty allowed under law, which includes 50 years without parole. His lawyer argues that this sentence is excessively harsh. Which amendment is relevant to this case?

• Fourth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Ninth Amendment

Caitlyn was interrogated for theft but was not informed of her rights before questioning. She later confessed to the crime. Which Supreme Court case might her attorney use to argue for the exclusion of her confession?

• Gideon v. Wainwright

• Miranda v. Arizona

• Escobedo v. Illinois

• Mapp v. Ohio

Jordan was arrested and questioned by police, but they neglected to read him his rights. His lawyer now argues that his confession should be inadmissible in court. Which case is most relevant?

• Mapp v. Ohio

• Miranda v. Arizona

• Weeks v. United States

The police searched Alex’s home for evidence related to a vandalism charge but did so without obtaining a warrant. His attorney argues this evidence should not be allowed in court. Which principle or rule applies?

• Right to privacy

• Exclusionary rule

• Right to a fair trial

• Double jeopardy protection

Detectives entered and searched Teresa’s apartment without a warrant, finding evidence used to charge her with theft. Her lawyer is contesting the use of this evidence. Which rule or constitutional protection is relevant?

• Right to an attorney

• Exclusionary rule

• Right to public trial

• Protection against double jeopardy