Bill of rights
Freedom of speech, religion, and press
What is the 1st Amendment?
You cannot be forced to house soldiers during peacetime
3rd Amendment
Congress cannot make laws establishing religion
1st Amendment
Abolished slavery
13th Amendment
A person is required to pay money just to vote
What is the 24th Amendment?
Right to bear arms
What is the 2nd Amendment?
You can have a jury trial in non-criminal cases
7th Amendment
Limits the federal government’s power
10th Amendment
Allowed people to vote without paying a poll tax
What is the 24th Amendment?
Citizens want to vote directly for their Senators
What is the 17th Amendment?
No unreasonable searches and seizures
What is the 4th Amendment?
Bail must be reasonable
8th Amendment
Ensures fair legal procedures (due process)
5th Amendment
Established income tax
What is the 16th Amendment?
The government collects taxes from people’s income
What is the 16th Amendment?
Right to remain silent
What is the 5th Amendment?
You have rights even if they aren’t written down
9th amendment
Guarantees equal protection under the law
14th Amendment
Direct election of U.S. Senators by the people
What is the 17th Amendment?
Residents of Washington, D.C. demand the right to vote for president
What is the 23rd Amendment?
Right to a speedy and public trial
What is the 6th Amendment?
States have authority over certain laws
10th Amendment
Gives Congress power to enforce civil rights
14th Amendment
Prohibited alcohol (started Prohibition)
What is the 18th Amendment?
The right to buy or drink alcohol after 21
What is the 21st Amendment