Match each amendment to its specific prohibition: Third Amendment, Eighth Amendment, Fourth Amendment, Fifth Amendment.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to match specific amendments of the United States Constitution to the prohibitions or rights they protect. Each amendment addresses different legal rights and protections.
Answer
The Third Amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers; the Eighth, cruel and unusual punishment; the Fourth, unreasonable searches; the Fifth, self-incrimination and double jeopardy.
The Third Amendment prohibits the peacetime lodging of soldiers in private homes. The Eighth Amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fifth Amendment prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy, among other things.
Answer for screen readers
The Third Amendment prohibits the peacetime lodging of soldiers in private homes. The Eighth Amendment prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. The Fourth Amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fifth Amendment prohibits self-incrimination and double jeopardy, among other things.
More Information
The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution to protect individual liberties against government overreach. Each amendment serves as a specific safeguard for different freedoms.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing the specific rights protected by each amendment. Reviewing each amendment in detail helps prevent this confusion.
Sources
- Bill of Rights: 1789-91 - Ben's Guide - bensguide.gpo.gov
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