A Little E.Q. Review
V-V-V-Vocab
Scenarios
Scenarios Part 2
Sneaky and Tricky
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What is the Bill of Rights?
The first 10 amendments to the Constitution.
100
What is the Constitution?
A legal document that breaks down the laws (Bill of Rights) of our country and the governments roles.
100
What amendment am I exercising by writing an opinion piece on the school dress code in the school newspaper?
Amendment 1-Freedom of Press
100
My grandfather has a collection of antique rifles in his home. He tells me that when I am old enough to get a permit, he will pass the rifles down to me.
Amendment 2-Right to bear arms
100
What are the five freedoms I have in the first amendment?
Speech, Press, Religion, Assemble and Petition
200
Why are the rights in the Bill of Rights important to American citizens?
Keeps you aware of the laws you must follow, helps to keep the country running smoothly and in order which in turns keeps you safe.
200
What is an amendment?
A law added to the Constitution that American Citizens must follow.
200
My father told me that years ago, citizens were responsible for providing a home for soldiers when they got back from the war. However, now we have the freedom to decided if we want soldiers to live with us or not.
Amendment 3-Quartering of Troops
200
One day, I was walking around in the mall, and a security guard asked if he could search my backpack. I asked why, and he informed me that a CD had been stolen from that store. I informed the officer that I didn't even go in that store at all, but he continued to search my backpack anyway.
Amendment 4-Secure from unreasonable searches and seizures
200
What Amendment deals with criminal cases?
Amendment 6
300
Why are the rights of American citizens limited?
If people are given too much freedom and power they would start to abuse the privilege and begin breaking rules.
300
What is unconstitutional?
Not following the laws or rules of the Constitution.
300
This amendment protects a person from getting charged for the same crime twice.
Amendment 5
300
There was a man in my town who had been arrested for kidnapping 2 people. When he finally goes to court, I know that he has the right to a speedy trial, a jury and a lawyer.
Amendment 6
300
What Amendment deals with civil cases?
Amendment 7
400
In what ways is the Bill of Rights applied in everyday life?
They are the laws this country follows everyday as an American citizen. For example, having the privilege to own a gun, but you must be of proper age and have a permit.
400
What is an example of symbolic speech?
Wearing armbands to show peace. A no trespassing sign in a yard.
400
At lunch last week, someone stole 10 dollars from when I wasn't paying attention. I tried to take it to court once I found out who it was, but because this controversy did not involve anything with $20 or more I was turned down.
Amendment 7
400
The other day when I was driving to work, a police officer pulled me over for speeding. I asked how fast I was going, and he said I was going one mile over the speed limit. He wrote me a ticket for $500. What amendment protects me from this?
Amendment 8-excessive fines
400
What is the nickname for Amendment 5?
Double Jeopardy
500
How does the Supreme Court protect the rights of citizens?
The Supreme Court declares laws unconstitutional.
500
What is unreasonable search and seizure?
When you are not allowed to be searched without a good reason or warrant.
500
I have the right to buy land, build a home, and pick what school district I want my children to go once we live in that area.
Amendment 9- you have other rights than the ones listed
500
Delaware decided to not charge people tax when shopping in their state, that's why people from Maryland will come to Delaware when buying larger purchases.
Amendment 10-states have powers
500
Amendment 8 protects you against cruel and unusual punishment. But it also protects you from excessive......
Bails and Fines
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