Bill of Rights
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments
How many amendments are there to the Constitution?
27
How long do Supreme Court Justices serve?
They serve for life or until they retire
Is voting a responsibility or duty of American citizenship?
Responsibility
Suffrage
Right to vote
Purpose of the Bill of Rights
To guarantee essential rights and civil liberties. This protects citizens from the government.
What amendments are considered the Civil Rights Amendments?
Amendments 13, 14, and 15th
What does the Supreme Court base their decisions on?
The Constitution
Is going to school a responsibility or duty of citizenship?
Duty
Ratified
Sign or give formal consent to make it officially valid. Amendments need to be ratified before they are enforced.
What year was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
1791
How is the Fourth Amendment enforced in our court systems?
The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. To enforce this right, any evidence obtained illegally by law enforcement can not be used in trial.
Who nominates Supreme Court Justices?
The president
Is paying taxes a responsibility or duty of citizenship?
Duty
Amendment
A written change to a document (Constitution)
Writer of the Bill of Rights
Who is James Madison?
What did the 22nd Amendment establish?
The 22nd Amendment established a two term limit for presidents.
When was the Supreme Court established?
1790
Is respecting the rights of others a responsibility or duty of citizenship?
Responsibility
Slander
The action or crime of making a false spoken statement to intentionally damage someone’s reputation
What day is Bill of Rights Day?
December 15th
What are the five freedoms guaranteed by the first amendment?
Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
There have been 9 justices on the Supreme Court since when?
1869
What are possible punishments for not obeying the duties of citizenship?
Jail time and fines
Due Process
A course of legal proceedings according to rules and principles that have been established. Everyone has the right to a fair trial