3.1: Rights and Responsibilities - The Bill of Rights

Bill of Rights

first ten amendments

1791

when was the bill of rights ratified

protect human freedoms

what does the bill of rights do

first amendment

protects personal freedoms

freedom of religion

freedom to practice religion or to not practice own religion

Church of England (Anglican Church)

what is the England's main religion

no

can the federal government make laws restricting the exercise of religion

separation of church and state

clear division between religion and government

freedom of speech

right to criticize government (right to petition)

when it is a clear and present danger

when can the government restrict speech

libel, slander, and defamation

what speeches are restricted

fighting or offensive words

what other speeches are restricted in the constitution

allows for the criticsm of the government