U.S. Constitutional Amendments Overview

U.S. Constitutional Amendments Overview

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video tutorial covers 13 constitutional amendments crucial for the AP government exam. It explains the First Amendment's three parts, the Second Amendment's right to bear arms, and the Fourth Amendment's protection against unlawful searches. The Fifth and Sixth Amendments focus on the rights of the accused, while the Eighth Amendment addresses cruel punishment. The Fourteenth Amendment is highlighted for its role in selective incorporation and civil rights. Lastly, the video discusses amendments that expanded political participation, including voting rights for various groups.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which amendment protects the freedom of speech?

First Amendment

Fifth Amendment

Second Amendment

Fourth Amendment

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Second Amendment protect?

Protection against unlawful searches

Right to bear arms

Right to a fair trial

Freedom of the press

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Miranda rule is associated with which amendments?

Eighth and Fourteenth Amendments

Fifth and Sixth Amendments

Fourth and Fifth Amendments

First and Second Amendments

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which amendment protects against cruel and unusual punishment?

Fourth Amendment

Sixth Amendment

Tenth Amendment

Eighth Amendment

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the key aspects of the 14th Amendment?

Selective incorporation

Abolition of poll taxes

Right to bear arms

Freedom of speech

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which amendment granted women the right to vote?

15th Amendment

24th Amendment

17th Amendment

19th Amendment

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The 26th Amendment lowered the voting age to what?

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