All 27 Amendments

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Just type in the amendment number (ex: 1, 2, 3) no need for 1st 2nd 3rd or whatever make sure to shuffle the terms when studying and ideally choose the written answer instead of multiple choice for better recall

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27 Terms

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Freedom of Religion, Speech, of the Press, Assembly, and Petition

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Protects the people's right to bear arms

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No soldier can be quartered in a home without the permission of the owner

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Prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures and sets out requirements for search warrants based on probable cause

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Protects rights of due process and the right to remain silent ("plead the 5th"), double jeopardy

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The right to a fair and speedy trial by a jury of one's peers; to have witnesses and to give a defense

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The right to a trial by jury in civil cases for amounts of $20 or more

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Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments

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People have other rights not specifically stated in the Constitution

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Gives all powers not specifically given to the United States government in the Constitution, to either the states or to the people

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Determines when and if a state can be sued; states cannot be sued by people from other states or by foreigners

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The Electoral College must vote for the President and the Vice President separately

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Abolished slavery and involuntary servitude

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Makes anyone born on US soil a citizen and guarantees equal protection under the law

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Gave all men the right to vote regardless of race or color or whether they had been slaves

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Created an income tax and gave the Federal government the power to collect it

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Creates the direct election by the people of Senators

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Prohibition of the drinking, manufacture, and sale of alcohol

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Gave women the right to vote

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Gives details on the terms of office for Congress and President; shortens "lame duck" period (time between election and inauguration)

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Repealed the 18th amendment (prohibition)

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Limits the president to two terms in office (or 10 years)

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Gave Washington, D.C. representatives in the electoral college so that citizens of D.C. could participate in the electoral process, even though it is not an official state

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Prohibited the poll tax

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Explains what happens when the President dies or is unable to continue in office (Succession)

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Sets the national voting age at 18, cannot be set any higher

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Any changes in Congressional salaries will take place after the next term starts