U.S. Constitutional Amendments Overview

This video, created by the Judicial Council of Georgia, features judges reading the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights. Each amendment is explained, highlighting the rights and freedoms they guarantee, such as freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, protection against unreasonable searches, and the right to a fair trial. The video emphasizes the importance of these amendments in safeguarding individual liberties and the balance of power between the federal government and the states.

What is the collective name given to the first ten amendments of the U.S. Constitution?

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Federalist Papers

• The Declaration of Independence

Which amendment protects the freedom of speech and religion?

• Fourth Amendment

• First Amendment

• Third Amendment

• Second Amendment

What does the Second Amendment protect?

• The right to free speech

• The right to bear arms

• The right to a fair trial

• The right to privacy

Which amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes during peacetime?

• Third Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

What does the Fourth Amendment protect against?

• Unreasonable searches and seizures

• Double jeopardy

• Cruel and unusual punishment

• Self-incrimination

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

• Eighth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

What does the Fifth Amendment protect against?

• Excessive bail

• Double jeopardy

• Quartering of soldiers

• Unreasonable searches

Which amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?

• Fifth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

What does the Ninth Amendment state about rights not specifically mentioned in the Constitution?

• They are reserved for the states

• They are retained by the people

• They are not protected

• They are reserved for the federal government

According to the Tenth Amendment, who holds the powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution?

• The Supreme Court

• The States or the people

• The Congress

• The President