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The Second Amendment states that because a well-regulated ______ is necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed upon.
The Second Amendment states that because a well-regulated ______ is necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed upon.
militia
The ______ school shooter was a 13-year-old boy who injured a teacher and a student.
The ______ school shooter was a 13-year-old boy who injured a teacher and a student.
middle
According to The Washington Post, there were 90 school shootings nationwide in the two years of 2020-2022. Parents should be able to send their children to school and not worry about their children having to ______ themselves because their school has an active shooter.
According to The Washington Post, there were 90 school shootings nationwide in the two years of 2020-2022. Parents should be able to send their children to school and not worry about their children having to ______ themselves because their school has an active shooter.
barricade
To gain more control over who has access to guns, they need to be less accessible to ______.
To gain more control over who has access to guns, they need to be less accessible to ______.
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To reduce shootings and gun-related suicides, we need to raise the minimum age to purchase guns, ban ______ weapons, and require a permit in all states to carry a handgun.
To reduce shootings and gun-related suicides, we need to raise the minimum age to purchase guns, ban ______ weapons, and require a permit in all states to carry a handgun.
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According to the ______ Institute for Legislative Action, 43.2% of prisoners in state or federal prison got their guns "off the street or on the underground market," which would not be affected by additional gun control laws.
According to the ______ Institute for Legislative Action, 43.2% of prisoners in state or federal prison got their guns "off the street or on the underground market," which would not be affected by additional gun control laws.
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The ______ of 1968 prohibits holders of Federal Firearms Licenses from transferring licenses to certain groups of people classified as irresponsible or potentially dangerous, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
The ______ of 1968 prohibits holders of Federal Firearms Licenses from transferring licenses to certain groups of people classified as irresponsible or potentially dangerous, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
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The ______ placed a handgun ban in 1982 that prohibited residents from owning handguns for their own use even in their homes and required existing gun owners to re-register their weapons every year, according to ABC7.
The ______ placed a handgun ban in 1982 that prohibited residents from owning handguns for their own use even in their homes and required existing gun owners to re-register their weapons every year, according to ABC7.
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The ______ on July 17 was stopped within 15 seconds after it began by a citizen with a gun, according to WTHR.
The ______ on July 17 was stopped within 15 seconds after it began by a citizen with a gun, according to WTHR.
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According to the ______, "Even if criminals did submit to background checks, we've seen that these checks aren't effective at stopping those who intend to use guns to commit crimes."
According to the ______, "Even if criminals did submit to background checks, we've seen that these checks aren't effective at stopping those who intend to use guns to commit crimes."
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Flashcards
Gun Control Act of 1968
Gun Control Act of 1968
Legislation that restricts firearm transfers to certain individuals considered dangerous.
Ineffectiveness of Background Checks
Ineffectiveness of Background Checks
Background checks often do not prevent criminals from acquiring guns.
Homicide Rates in the UK
Homicide Rates in the UK
After banning handguns, the UK saw an increase in homicide rates initially.
Chicago Handgun Ban Impact
Chicago Handgun Ban Impact
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Citizens as Protection
Citizens as Protection
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Second Amendment
Second Amendment
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School shootings
School shootings
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Young shooters
Young shooters
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Gun control measures
Gun control measures
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Handgun permit
Handgun permit
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Study Notes
Gun Control Debate
- Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms, linked to a well-regulated militia for state security.
- Author witnessed school shooting, highlighting the fear of active shooters.
- 2020-2022 experienced 90 school shootings, more than two-thirds by under-18-year-olds (median age 16).
- Greenwood Park Mall shooting, 20-year-old gunman involved.
Gun Control Arguments for Stricter Laws
- Increase minimum gun purchase age.
- Ban assault weapons.
- Require handgun permits in all states.
- Need for stricter laws to reduce shootings and gun violence.
Indiana Gun Law Change
- Indiana removed handgun permit requirement, effective July 1, 2022.
- Exceptions apply to those convicted of domestic violence, certain federal offense convicts, and individuals under 18.
Background Checks and Ineffectiveness
- Background checks are argued to be ineffective.
- Criminals may lie on background checks or obtain guns illegally.
- Gun purchases for criminal purposes are not deterred by background checks or permitting.
Effectiveness of Gun Control Laws
- Gun Control Act of 1968 aimed to limit gun transfers but did not deter gun violence.
- Indianapolis homicide rate high (110 as of June 30, 2024).
- Criminal intent is not stopped by stricter laws.
- Illegal gun source is not impacted by gun control.
- Criminals do not back down from committing crimes because of gun restrictions.
International and Historical Context
- Studies of other countries show gun bans do not diminish homicides.
- UK homicide rate increased after handgun ban.
- Chicago handgun ban did not reduce murder rate, increased it by 41%.
Self-Defense and Gun Rights
- Citizens consider guns to be a form of self-protection against a tyrannical government.
- Bystanders with guns have stopped shootings, potentially preventing worse outcomes.
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Description
Explore the complex issues surrounding gun control, including the Second Amendment, arguments for stricter laws, recent changes in Indiana gun laws, and the effectiveness of background checks. This quiz delves into the statistics and real-life implications of gun violence, highlighting key events and proposed solutions.
