constitution
bill of rights
creation
vocabulary
100

How does freedom of the press maintain a democratic society?

To keep people informed and know what they are doing

100

Describe James Madison's role in the creation of the bill of rights?

He felt like it was a miracle of the B.O.R and he was the author. 

100

Bill of rights:

A formal listing of the basic rights of the U.S. citizens.

200

what is the purpose of the bill of rights?

To give rights to people.

200

Warrant:

A signed paper from a judge to have the police to search the property.

300

what is meant by the "due process of law" included in the fifth amendment?  

The government must follow rules as it carries out the law. 

300

Double jeopardy: 

Putting a person 

500

In 1788, why did several states refuse to approve the U.S. Constitution? How were they able to get approval? 

They objected that it did not list the people rights. They said 9 out of 13 states would have to approve it at least.

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