Questions and Answers
Which is guaranteed by the Fifth Amendment?
Why is freedom of speech limited in the United States?
to protect people and the country
Under the Eighth Amendment, a person charged with a crime does not have to pay excessive bail.
True
The Fifth Amendment protects people from having to?
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Why might people exercise their First Amendment right to petition the government?
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Which right does the Ninth Amendment protect?
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The main purpose of the Tenth Amendment is to?
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Common law as described by the Seventh Amendment makes sure that civil and criminal courts are fair.
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The Sixth Amendment protects the rights of?
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Under the Sixth Amendment, people have a right to?
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The Third Amendment to the Constitution would be violated if people were forced to house soldiers in their homes.
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According to the Fifth Amendment, people who are accused of a crime cannot be tried twice for the same crime.
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"Probable cause" protects a person's rights by making sure?
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Why was the Tenth Amendment added to the Bill of Rights?
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Compared with the other amendments, the Ninth Amendment is more general in the rights it protects.
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Study Notes
Fifth Amendment
- Guarantees the right against self-incrimination; individuals can refuse to testify against themselves.
- Prohibits double jeopardy, ensuring that no one can be tried twice for the same crime.
Freedom of Speech
- Freedom of speech is limited to protect individuals and national security.
Eighth Amendment
- Prevents excessive bail for individuals charged with a crime, ensuring fair treatment prior to trial.
First Amendment
- Protects the right to petition the government for redress and to address grievances.
Ninth Amendment
- Safeguards unnamed rights of individuals that are not specifically enumerated in the Constitution.
Tenth Amendment
- Clarifies limits on federal governmental powers, emphasizing states' rights and individual liberties.
Seventh Amendment
- Ensures that civil and criminal trials are conducted fairly, adhering to common law principles.
Sixth Amendment
- Protects rights of individuals on trial, including the right to legal representation and a fair trial process.
Third Amendment
- Prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers in private homes without consent, safeguarding citizens' privacy.
Fourth Amendment
- Establishes the concept of "probable cause" for searches, requiring reasonable justification before searching private property.
General Note
- The Ninth Amendment is recognized for its broader, more generalized scope in protecting rights compared to other amendments.
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