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Social Studies?
Guess?
Social studies | Social studies |
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What is the purpose of the bill of rights? | To guarantee essential rights to the people and states |
Why is the bill of rights important? | It established principles that guaranteed citizens’ rights in every simple terms |
How did the Bill of Rights become part of the Constitution? | Some people were worried that the Constitution didn't guarantee basic freedoms and rights to American citizens so they demanded the Bill of Rights be added |
What does the first amendment to the Constitution say? | It allows people to express their opinions through speech and the press (news and media). It also protects the right to gather or assemble in a group to protest or for other reasons. People can practice any religion they choose. |
Which amendment says that American citizens will never have to house soldiers in their homes without giving their permission? | The 3rd Amendment |
What do Amendments 4-8 explain? | Explains all of the rights given to citizens accused of committing a crime. |
Which amendment explains that people's rights are not limited only to the rights that appear in the Constitution. | The 9th Amendment |
Which amendment says that the federal government only has the powers mentioned in the Constitution. If it is not listed, it belongs to the states or to the people. | The 10th Amendment |
Which political party fought to put the Bill of Rights in the Constitution or they wouldn't ratify it? | Anti-Federalists |