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200

What Amendment states that US citizens have the right to bear arms?

Amendment 2

200

What Amendment is freedom of speech, religion, press, petition, and protest?

Amendment 1

200

You are called to the office because the principal thinks you vandalized the restroom. You refuse to answer any questions.

What amendment would apply?

Amendment 5...right to remain silent. 

200

You get students at Brashear to sign a form demanding better lunches at school & present it to Ms. Loeffert. She reads it and says she will, "look into it for next year." 

Is this a violation?  What amendment & term apply? 

NO...Amendment 1...right to petition the gov't.

200

This rapper and fashion mogul legally changed his name to “Ye” in 2021.

Kanye West

400

What amendment states that people have the right to a speedy trial?

Amendment 6

400

What amendment says that you can not search a persons property without a warrant"?

Amendment 4

400

Due to the expense of a war being fought in Europe, the US government asks American households to house three Soldiers.

What amendment would apply?

Amendment 3

400

A man is arrested for breaking into his friend's house and stealing something. He is sent to jail and told he won't be going to trail for at least 5 years.

Is this a violation?  What Amendment & term applies? 

YES...Amendment 6...speedy trial. 

400

In chess, what direction can a bishop move?

Diagonally, forward or backward

600

What amendment is "You do not have to quarter Soldiers"?

Amendment 3

600

What amendment states that any powers not stated in the Constitution belong to the STATE such as: Driver's licenses age & The death penalty



Amendment 10

600

Your mother goes to a store and buys a handgun. She brings it home to protect her family.

What amendment would apply?

Amendment 2...The right to keep and bear arms. 

600

Your neighbors tree falls on your fence and he refuses to pay for repairs so you sue him in court. 

Is this a violation? What Amendment & term applies? 

NO...Amendment 7...civil trial. 

600

How many colors are in a regular bag of M&Ms?

(6)  Red-Yellow-Blue-Green-Orange-Brown

800

What amendment protects us from cruel and unusual punishment? 

Amendment 8

800

What amendment states that people who have a disagreement over more than $20 can have a trial by jury in a civil case?

Amendment 7

800

Before your trial the judge says that you can not have a lawyer because you can not afford it.  

What amendment prevents the judge from doing this?

Amendment 6...assistance of counsel for his defense.

800

You are fined $5,000 for stealing a candy bar.

Is this a violation?  What amendment & terms apply? 

YES. Amendment 8...cruel and unusual punishment. 

800

What team has the most NBA championships?

The Boston Celtics hold the record for the most NBA championships, with 18 titles (their 18th came in 2024).

1000

This amendment is a constitutional "safety net" intended to make clear that individuals have other fundamental rights such as: Right to Privacy & Right to Travel.

Amendment 9

1000

What amendment says that people have the right to "just compensation" from the government if their property is taken?

Amendment 5

1000

The state of Pennsylvania allows the use of medical marijuana to anyone with a valid medical reason & who is at least 21 years old.

What amendment would apply?

Amendment 10...powers not delegated by the Constitution...are reserved to the states.

1000

The police pull you over for speeding & demand to search your car for drugs, but you say NO. They search anyway & take your belongings.  

Is this a violation? What Amendment & terminology applies? 

YES. Amendment 4...illegal search and seizure. 

1000

What breakfast cereal has been represented by a cartoon toucan mascot since 1963?

Froot Loops