Understanding Due Process Amendments

What is the primary purpose of an amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

• To create new laws

• To change or add to the Constitution

• To repeal existing laws

• To modify state constitutions

How many steps are involved in the process of amending the U.S. Constitution?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What fraction of states must ratify a proposed amendment for it to become part of the Constitution?

• One-half

• Two-thirds

• Three-fourths

• Four-fifths

Which amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures?

• 4th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 6th Amendment

• 8th Amendment

The "exclusionary rule" was established by which Supreme Court case?

• Katz vs. US

• Weeks vs. US

• Silverthorne Lumber Co. vs. US

• Miranda vs. Arizona

Which amendment includes the Self-Incrimination Clause?

• 4th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 6th Amendment

• 8th Amendment

What does the Double Jeopardy Clause prevent?

• Being tried for the same crime twice

• Being searched without a warrant

• Being denied a speedy trial

• Being fined excessively

Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?

• 4th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 6th Amendment

• 8th Amendment

What does the Confrontation Clause ensure?

• The right to remain silent

• The right to confront and cross-examine witnesses

• The right to a jury trial

• The right to an attorney

Which amendment prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment?

• 4th Amendment

• 5th Amendment

• 6th Amendment

• 8th Amendment