Bill of Rights review

Which is the best definition of the term "due process?"

• The rights due to people who are accused of a crime, including to have a fair trial

• The right to bear arms

• The freedom of expression such as petition

• The rights of states to make their own laws

Which statement is not correct about bail?

• The 8th amendment states that it should not be excessive.

• It allows a person to pay money to the court in order to be released from jail while awaiting trial

• It allows a convicted criminal to be released from jail.

• It is a practice that goes back to British common law

What is the primary task of a jury?

• To study the law

• the render a verdict in criminal cases

• To decide if an action is constitutional

• To solve a crime

What is another word for "amend?"

• To change

• To add to

• To alter

• To decide

Which of the following are guaranteed under the First Amendment?

• freedom of speech

• the right to post bail

• freedom of religion

• the right to petition

• The right to bear arms

Check all the amendments that relate to people accused of wrong doing:

• The Fourth

• The Fifth

• The Sixth

• The Seventh

• The Eighth

Which of the following is required for law enforcement to search and/or seize personal property?

• A search warrant

• Reasonable doubt

• Reasonable suspicion

• A confession from the owner

The "right to remain silent" is implied in which amendment?

• The First

• The Third

• The Fifth

• The Seventh

What is another word for "grievance?"

• complaint

• commitment

• verdict

• decision

Which of the following is a limit to the freedom of speech?

• Threatening a police officer

• Criticizing a school district's policy

• Defaming a person's character

• Protesting against the president