Bill of Rights
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
First Amendment
What does the 13th Amendment accomplish?
It abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude.
In which case did the Supreme Court rule that students do not lose their First Amendment rights at school?
Tinker v. Des Moines.
A public school requires students to recite a prayer at the beginning of each day. Is this constitutional?
No, it violates the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.
Which amendment prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures?
The Fourth Amendment.
Which amendment grants women the right to vote?
The 19th Amendment.
What was the significance of Gideon v. Wainwright?
It guaranteed the right to legal counsel for defendants.
A police officer searches a person's car without probable cause or consent. Is this constitutional?
No, it violates the Fourth Amendment.
What rights are guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment?
The right to a speedy trial, an impartial jury, and legal counsel.
What is the main provision of the 22nd Amendment?
It limits the President to two terms in office.
What ruling did the Supreme Court make in Brown v. Board of Education?
It declared racial segregation in public schools unconstitutional.
A newspaper attempts publishes an article that contains active military locations world wide. Government prevents the article from being published, is this action constitutional?
The article contains information that pertains to the national safety and defense.
Which amendment protects against self-incrimination?
The Fifth Amendment.
What does the 24th Amendment prohibit?
Poll taxes in federal elections.
In what case did the Court establish the principle of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
A law prohibits protests near a military base. Is this law constitutional under the First Amendment?
Likely unconstitutional, as it infringes on the right to free speech.
What does the Eighth Amendment say about bail and punishment?
It prohibits excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment.
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Punishment must fit the Crime
The 26th Amendment lowered the voting age to what?
18 Years Old
What was the outcome of United States v. Nixon regarding presidential privilege?
It limited presidential privilege and required Nixon to release tapes.
A government agency monitors citizens' online communications without a warrant. Discuss the constitutional implications of this action.
This raises Fourth Amendment issues regarding unreasonable searches and seizures.