Bill of Rights

What does the Bill of Rights contain?

It contains the First Ten Amendments to the Constitution.

Who were the people that took the lead in making sure that the Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution?

Thomas Jefferson, and James Madison.

What are the five basic freedoms in Amendment 1?

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

Who said church and state should not mix?

Thomas Jefferson

The 6th amendment is?

The right to a speedy trial.

What is the 8th Amendment?

No cruel or unusual punishments, or excessive bail.

What is the second Amendment?

The right to Bear arms.

What is the third amendment?

You do not have to quarter troops in your home.

What is the 4th amendment?

Protection from unreasonable searches and seizures.

What is the fifth Amendment?

Right to due process of law.

What is the 9th amendment?

Other rights of people

What is the 7th Amendment?

Right by trial by jury.

What is amendment 10?

Right of power to the states.

Why shouldn't Government and church mix?

Because it would not be fair to the people and would be directly breaking the first Amendment.