Bill of Rights Post-Test

1. Which of the following rights and freedoms is specifically guaranteed by the first ten amendments?

a. Right to an education

b. Freedom of the press

c. Right to privacy

d. Freedom to own property

2. The Fifth Amendment states that a person cannot be

a. Tried twice for the same crime

b. Forced to give evidence against himself or herself

c. Deprived of life, liberty, and property

d. All of the above

3. According to the Fourth Amendment, the police can search and seize a person’s property only if

a. The owner consents

b. The neighbors sign a petition

c. The chief of police gives permission

d. A judge issues a warrant

4. Which of these is not allowed, according to the Eighth Amendment?

a. Reasonable bail b. Reasonable fines

c. Jail terms

d. Cruel punishments

5. Why was the Ninth Amendment added

a. To ensure the people have rights beyond what is listed in the Constitution

b. To ensure police are paid fairly

c. To ensure your trial in located in the capital city of your state

d. To ensure schools are fair to all students

6. The Tenth Amendment states that

a. Most powers belong to the national government

b. Powers not given to the national government belong to the states or the people

c. The people have power over the government

d. The states are the most important part of the government

7. Pick an Amendment and tell me why you think it is the most important:

Answers will vary. Students should include the Amendment Name, Amendment Number, and a reasonable explanation as to why it is important.

8. Which of these is not allowed according to the First Amendment

a. Right to bear arms b. Freedom of speech

c. Freedom of Religion

d. All of the above

9. The Second Amendment states that

a. All dog owners must have a leash for their dog

b. Citizens have the right to bear arms

c. Citizens must be given enough notice to attend a trial

d. All citizens must participate in jury duty

10. Which of these statements describes the Third Amendment

a. During peacetime, citizens won’t have to keep soldiers

b. During peacetime, citizens must invite soldiers to stay in with them

c. During war, soldiers must donate half of their salary to charity

d. During war, citizens must donate half of their salary to the soldiers