Free Printable Ledbetter-Bill of Rights

1.

The Bill of Rights make up the first ______________ amendments to the Constitution.

a)

18

b)

12

c)

10

d)

5

2.

The Bill of Rights was ratified on December _______, _____________.

a)

15th, 1791

b)

18th, 1994

c)

10th, 1800

d)

4th, 1776

3.

Freedom of Religion is protected by the ____________ amendment to the Constitution. 

a)

Second

b)

Fourth

c)

Ninth

d)

First

4.

Which amendment stops government from forcing people to house and feed soldiers in their homes?

a)

Fourth Amendment

b)

First Amendment

c)

Third Amendment

d)

Eighth Amendment

5.

Which amendment protects our rights to own a gun to protect ourselves?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Ninth Amendment

d)

Tenth Amendment

6.

The First Amendment protects our right to freedom of ________________.

a)

Speech

b)

Gun Ownership

c)

Voting

d)

Land Ownership

7.

Which amendment protects freedom of religion, speech, and freedom to assemble?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Third Amendment

d)

Fourth Amendment

8.

Which amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?

a)

Fifth Amendment

b)

Sixth Amendment

c)

Fourth Amendment

d)

Fifth Amendment

9.

Which amendment allows you the right to have a jury even in a civil case?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Eighth Amendment

c)

Second Amendment

d)

Seventh Amendment

10.

Which amendment protects citizens from being tried for a serious crime without enough evidence?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Fifth Amendment

d)

Fourth Amendment

11.

Which amendment says anything the Constitution doesn't control should be left up to the states?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Ninth Amendment

d)

Tenth Amendment

12.

Which amendment declares that people also have rights not mentioned in the Constitution?

a)

Eighth Amendment

b)

Ninth Amendment

c)

Tenth Amendment

d)

Fourth Amendment

13.

Which amendment protects citizens from excessive fines, or cruel and unusual punishment?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Fourth Amendment

d)

Eighth Amendment

14.

Which Amendment gives us the right to a lawyer and a speedy trial if accused of a crime?

a)

First Amendment

b)

Sixth Amendment

c)

Tenth Amendment

d)

Fourth Amendment

15.

Which amendment protects us from being forced to testify against ourselves or our wife/husband?

a)

Second Amendment

b)

First Amendment

c)

Fourth Amendment

d)

Fifth Amendment

16.

The _________ amendment protects our right to freedom of religion.

a)

Second

b)

First 

c)

Third

d)

Sixth

17.

The ___________ amendment protects from illegal searches and seizures by police.

a)

Eighth

b)

Sixth

c)

Fourth

d)

Second

18.

The ___________ amendment protects news media and allows them to report the truth to us.

a)

Third

b)

Fourth

c)

Second

d)

First

19.

The right to bear arms...

a)

First Amendment

b)

Second Amendment

c)

Third Amendment

d)

Fourth Amendment

20.

The police cannot fine me $1,000,000,000 for a speeding ticket because of the _____ amendment.

a)

Second Amendment

b)

Fourth Amendment

c)

Fifth Amendment

d)

Eighth Amendment

21.

You don't have to give police permission to search your home/car because of the ____ amendment

a)

First 

b)

Second 

c)

Eighth

d)

Fourth

22.

State's rights are protected by the _____ amendment.

a)

Fifth

b)

Sixth

c)

Ninth

d)

Tenth

23.

Jackie and her friends want to have a peaceful protest in the park. Which amendment allows this

a)

Third Amendment

b)

Seventh Amendment

c)

Ninth Amendment

d)

First Amendment

24.

Jack and his friends were sentenced to 20 years in prison for throwing eggs. What amendment...

a)

Sixth Amendment

b)

Seventh Amendment

c)

Eighth Amendment

d)

Ninth Amendment

25.

The right NOT to have soldiers take over your house for food and shelter.

a)

First Amendment

b)

Fifth Amendment

c)

Third Amendment

d)

Seventh Amendment

26.

The right to a speedy trial...

a)

Fourth Amendment

b)

Tenth Amendment

c)

Sixth Amendment

d)

Second Amendment

27.

The government cannot tell me what religion to follow because of the _______ amendment.

a)

Second

b)

Fourth

c)

First

d)

Ninth

28.

Right to a fair speedy trial, right to question any witnesses against you, right to a lawyer.

a)

3rd Amendment

b)

2nd Amendment

c)

1st Amendment

d)

6th Amendment

29.

I went out wearing a shirt with a peace symbol, but a policeman said I had to take it off.

a)

1st Amendment - Freedom of Speech and Expression

b)

2nd Amendment - Right to own a gun

c)

4th Amendment - Freedom from illegal searches

d)

10th Amendment - States rights

30.

My band was told by the sheriff that we couldn't play our music because it was a bad influence.

a)

3rd Amendment - Quartering of soldiers

b)

8th Amendment - No cruel or unusual punishment

c)

1st Amendment - Freedom of speech and expression

d)

5th Amendment - right to a fair and legal trial

31.

Which of the following guarantees that all citizens have the right to own a firearm?

a)

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

b)

"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."

c)

"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

d)

"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."

32.

The first amendment says, "Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances."

What SPECIFIC protections does it promise America's citizens?

a)

Speech, religion, speedy trial, no cruel and unusual punishment, and peacefully protest

b)

press, peacefully protest, own a gun, innocent until proven guilty, religion

c)

speech, religion, press, protest, redress of grievances

d)

redress of grievances, own a gun, innocent until proven guilty, religion, speech

33.

Which one of the following amendments guarantees the right to an attorney/lawyer if you are accused of a crime?

a)

"No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."

b)

"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."

c)

"In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defence."

d)

"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

34.

Which of the following amendments says that all rights NOT listed in the Constitution belong to the people, not the government?

a)

"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."

b)

"The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people."

c)

"In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law."

d)

"Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."

35.

Which of the following amendments protects the citizens' private property and requires police to have just cause or a warrant to take your stuff?

a)

"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

b)

"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."

c)

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

d)

"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed."

36.

Which of the following amendments says that people accused of a crime are not required to admit guilt or testify against himself?

a)

"In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the Assistance of Counsel for his defense."

b)

"No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."

c)

"In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law."

d)

"Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."

37.

Which of the following amendments states that all powers NOT given to the federal government are left to the states?

a)

"The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."

b)

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

c)

"The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people."

d)

"No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

38.

Which of the following amendments relates to a citizen's rights in lawsuits where the value in question is over $75,000? (Hint: remember, the value of money has changed significantly over time!)

a)

"Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."

b)

"In Suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury, shall be otherwise re-examined in any Court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law."

c)

"No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."

d)

"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."

39.

The third amendment states, "No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the Owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law."

Which of the following statements BEST describes how citizens are affected by this amendment?

a)

Citizens will NEVER have to house US soldiers in their homes.

b)

Citizens will never have to house US soldiers in peacetime, unless you agree to, or in war time, unless congress passes a new law saying otherwise.

c)

Citizens will never have to house US soldiers in peacetime, but will always have to in times of war

d)

Citizens will never have to house US soldiers in peacetime, or in wartime.

40.

Which of the following amendments says protects citizens from cruel and unusual punishments for crimes they commit?

a)

"The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized."

b)

"Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."

c)

"No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the Militia, when in actual service in time of War or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offence to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use, without just compensation."

d)

"Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.

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