Understanding the Ninth Amendment

What was the primary concern that led to the creation of the Ninth Amendment?

• To prevent government overreach and protect unlisted rights

• To establish a national religion

• To ensure all rights were explicitly listed

• To limit the power of state governments

In which case did the Supreme Court first recognize a right to privacy, citing the Ninth Amendment?

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Griswold v. Connecticut

• Marbury v. Madison

• Plessy v. Ferguson

How has the Ninth Amendment been primarily used in Supreme Court cases?

• As the main subject of dispute

• To limit the power of the President

• To support the reading of other amendments

• To establish new federal laws

What is a major debate surrounding the Ninth Amendment?

• Whether it applies to state governments

• Its ability to grant new, unmentioned rights

• Its role in establishing the Bill of Rights

• Its impact on the separation of powers

Why has the Ninth Amendment not been incorporated to apply to states?

• It conflicts with state constitutions

• It is considered less important than other amendments

• It has been repealed

• It is primarily focused on federal government limitations