The Bill of Rights Easily Explained

What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• To establish the three branches of government

• To outline the process for presidential elections

• To define the first ten changes to the Constitution

• To declare independence from Great Britain

Why was the Bill of Rights considered necessary after the Constitution was initially written?

• The original Constitution was too long and needed to be shortened

• Many states felt the Constitution did not adequately protect individual rights

• It was a requirement from Great Britain for the new country

• The framers wanted to add more powers to the federal government

Which of the following is NOT a right protected by the First Amendment?

• Freedom of speech

• Freedom of religion

• The right to bear arms

• Freedom of the press

What does the 4th Amendment primarily protect citizens from?

• Being tried for the same crime twice

• Unreasonable searches and seizures of property

• Being forced to testify against oneself

• Having private property taken for public use without compensation

What type of information has the National Security Administration (NSA) been revealed to collect from citizens?

• Only information related to international espionage

• Web searches, web activity, and cell phone conversations

• Only public social media posts

• Financial records and bank transactions

Which of the following is a protection guaranteed by the 5th Amendment?

• The right to a speedy and public trial

• The right to question witnesses against you

• Protection against being tried for the same crime more than once

• The right to privacy in your "houses, papers, and effects"

If you are accused of a crime and taken to court, what right does the 6th Amendment guarantee regarding legal assistance?

• The right to choose the judge for your trial

• The right to have a lawyer to help with your defense

• The right to refuse any legal representation

• The right to appeal directly to the Supreme Court