bill of rights Crossword Puzzles
bill of rights 2025-02-03
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- The right to bear arms
- Right to be informed of charges when arrested
- Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition
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- Freedom from forced quartering of soldiers
- Right to petition the government
- Protects against self-incrimination
- Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
- Guarantees the freedom of speech
- Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment
- Right to a trial by jury
10 Clues: The right to bear arms • Right to a trial by jury • Right to petition the government • Guarantees the freedom of speech • Protects against self-incrimination • Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment • Freedom from forced quartering of soldiers • Right to be informed of charges when arrested • Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures • ...
bill of rights 2025-05-01
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- the right to peacefully gather in groups
- the right to to be free from unwarranted government intrusion into personal affairs,
- the right to practice or not practice your religion
- the right to be treated equally
- the right to address government officals
- the right to publish information
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- the right to responsible bail and free from inhumane punishments
- the right to express yourself
- the right to fair legal procedures
- the right to a quick and public trial
10 Clues: the right to express yourself • the right to be treated equally • the right to publish information • the right to fair legal procedures • the right to a quick and public trial • the right to peacefully gather in groups • the right to address government officals • the right to practice or not practice your religion • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-05-05
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- powers specifically listed in the constitution as belonging to the federal government
- right to express opinions
- act of officially approving something
- right to practice any religion
- division of governmental power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
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- power of courts to assess whether a law is in compliance with the constitution
- powers that are not specifically delegated to the federal government by consitution
- rights of individuals to keep their personal info and communications private
- formal or official change made to a law
- military force that is raised from the civil population
10 Clues: right to express opinions • right to practice any religion • act of officially approving something • formal or official change made to a law • military force that is raised from the civil population • rights of individuals to keep their personal info and communications private • power of courts to assess whether a law is in compliance with the constitution • ...
Bill of rights 2024-09-02
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- The right to no self incrimination or double jeopardy.
- The right that protects citizens rights not stated in the constitution.
- The right to not be forced to quarter troops.
- The right to have a jury for a trial.
- The right to not be tried with cruel and unusual punishment.
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- The right to freedom of speech, religion, the
- The right to have Freedom from unlawful
- The right to bear arms.
- The right to a fair and speedy trial.
- The power not given to the federal government is given to the states and the people.
10 Clues: The right to bear arms. • The right to a fair and speedy trial. • The right to have a jury for a trial. • The right to have Freedom from unlawful • The right to freedom of speech, religion, the • The right to not be forced to quarter troops. • The right to no self incrimination or double jeopardy. • The right to not be tried with cruel and unusual punishment. • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-11-12
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- the right of free speech
- complain/protest after mistreatment
- violated
- you can’t be tried twice for the same thing you don't have to answer to the government as a right to free speech.
- no soldier can come into your home without your consent
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- stated in writing
- guarantees the right to a jury trial in federal civil cases where the amount in question exceeds $20. It also prevents judges from overturning facts found by the jury
- the right to bear arms
- shortened or condensed
- a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.
10 Clues: violated • stated in writing • the right to bear arms • shortened or condensed • the right of free speech • complain/protest after mistreatment • a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. • no soldier can come into your home without your consent • you can’t be tried twice for the same thing you don't have to answer to the government as a right to free speech. • ...
Bill of rights 2024-11-12
10 Clues: capture • can’t search • bare of arms • breaks the law • required by law • entrust someone • temporary release • freedom of speech • can’t be tried twice • solder can’t live in home
Bill of rights 2024-11-12
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- amendment freedom of religion
- rights doesn’t mean other rights aren’t still in effect
- prohibits excessive bail
- no power granted to federal government
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- the right to a speedy trial
- protects against self testimony
- guarantees trial by jury
- no soldiers in private homes
- protects against unreasonable search
- the right to keep and bear arms
10 Clues: guarantees trial by jury • prohibits excessive bail • the right to a speedy trial • no soldiers in private homes • amendment freedom of religion • protects against self testimony • the right to keep and bear arms • protects against unreasonable search • no power granted to federal government • rights doesn’t mean other rights aren’t still in effect
Bill of Rights 2025-11-14
10 Clues: limiting • violated • correction • formally request • stated in writing • right to bear arms • right to a public and speedy trial • can’t search a house without owner’s consent • Can’t make a law prohibiting someone’s speech • someone can’t be held to answer to a crime unless on a jury
Bill of rights 2025-11-20
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- a U.S. state where the institution of slavery was legal before the Civil War
- Prohibited slavery in the land down north of the Missouri compromise line
- An enslaved african american citizen
- defined citizenship as anyone born or naturalized in the U.S>
- a U.S. state where the institution of slavery was illegal before the Civil War
- Amendments made after the civil war
- being owned and controlled by another, treated as property
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- abolished slavery
- laws passed in the south to limit rights and segregate African Americans
- guaranteed suffrage to African American men
10 Clues: abolished slavery • Amendments made after the civil war • An enslaved african american citizen • guaranteed suffrage to African American men • being owned and controlled by another, treated as property • defined citizenship as anyone born or naturalized in the U.S> • laws passed in the south to limit rights and segregate African Americans • ...
Bill of rights 2025-10-15
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- rights to a speedy and public trial, Speedy trial, Impartial jury, informed of charges, rights to an attorney
- You cannot be tried for the same crime twice—called “Double Jeopardy”,You do not have to testify against yourself. “I plead the fifth”, You must have due process of law before you are convicted The government cannot take your land unless it pays aka, Eminent Domain
- Citizen have other basic rights not listed in the Constitution
- All powers not given to the federal government are left for the states to decide
- Freedom of Speech Freedom of Religion Freedom of the PressFreedom of Assembly Right to petition the government
- The right to bare arms
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- Rights to a jury trial in CIVIL CASES, more than $20- People sue over money/property
- Probable cause and search warrant is need.
- No excessive bail,No cruel and unusual punishment
- The Government cannot force you to shelter soldiers in your home without your consent in time of war or peace.
10 Clues: The right to bare arms • Probable cause and search warrant is need. • No excessive bail,No cruel and unusual punishment • Citizen have other basic rights not listed in the Constitution • All powers not given to the federal government are left for the states to decide • Rights to a jury trial in CIVIL CASES, more than $20- People sue over money/property • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-10-16
10 Clues: Free • Double • Eminent • Right to bear • Can't be forced to shelter • No _____ and unusual punishment • Freedom of Speech, Religion, and • Right to a speedy and ______ trial • Policemen need it to search your house • An article added to the U.S. constitution
Bill of Rights 2025-09-04
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- The First Amendment guarantees freedom of the ________.
- Citizens may ________ the government for redress of grievances.
- The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable ________ and seizure.
- Cops need a ________ to legally search your property.
- The Third Amendment prevents forced ________ of soldiers.
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- The First Amendment protects freedom of ________.
- The First Amendment guarantees freedom of ________.
- The Fifth Amendment requires serious crimes to be charged by a ________.
- Citizens have the right to ________ peaceably.
- The Second Amendment protects the right to bear ________.
10 Clues: Citizens have the right to ________ peaceably. • The First Amendment protects freedom of ________. • The First Amendment guarantees freedom of ________. • Cops need a ________ to legally search your property. • The First Amendment guarantees freedom of the ________. • The Second Amendment protects the right to bear ________. • ...
The Bill Of Rights 2024-05-03
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- impartial and just, without favoritism or discrimination
- the system of rules which a particular country or community recognizes as regulating the actions of its members and which it may enforce by the imposition of penalties
- a formal examination of evidence before a judge, and typically before a jury, in order to decide guilt in a case of criminal or civil proceedings
- A fine or mulct is a penalty of money that a court of law or other authority decides has to be paid as punishment for a crime or other offense
- freedom and entitlement
- the power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or restraint
- protects the right to keep and bear arms
- the date the bill of rights was created
- protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government
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- release or secure the release of (a prisoner) on payment of bail
- a document issued by a legal or government official authorizing the police or some other body to make an arrest, search premises, or carry out some other action relating to the administration of justice
- the man who created the bill of rights
- An amendment is a formal or official change made to a law, contract, constitution, or other legal document
- any powers that are not specifically given to the federal government, nor withheld from the states, are reserved to those respective states, or to the people at large
- a tribunal presided over by a judge, judges, or a magistrate in civil and criminal cases
15 Clues: freedom and entitlement • the man who created the bill of rights • the date the bill of rights was created • protects the right to keep and bear arms • impartial and just, without favoritism or discrimination • release or secure the release of (a prisoner) on payment of bail • protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government • ...
constitution/bill of rights 2024-05-20
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- protects the what of American citizens
- lawsuit against a state is which amendment
- freedom of what
- amendments 11-27
- equal protection and what
- a right to a fair and what trial
- the 19th amendment gave women the right to do what
- which amendment gives the right to own guns
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- bill of what
- no poll what
- there are these many amendments
- rights not denied because of what
- the 19th amendment gave who the right to vote
- freedom of speech religion and what
- the right to vote at what age
15 Clues: bill of what • no poll what • freedom of what • amendments 11-27 • equal protection and what • the right to vote at what age • there are these many amendments • a right to a fair and what trial • rights not denied because of what • freedom of speech religion and what • protects the what of American citizens • lawsuit against a state is which amendment • ...
Bill Of Rights & Constitution 2024-04-25
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- Power divided
- Governing authority of a political unit
- power of privilege
- Jury decides guilt in a case
- Formal consent to a treaty
- Show evidence of involvement in a crime
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- Being treated fairly
- Sharing power
- Breaking the law
- Happiness and well being
- Freedom to live
- The quality of being free
- Legal document to allow to do something
- Things that come together
- People sworn to render a true answer on a question
15 Clues: Sharing power • Power divided • Freedom to live • Breaking the law • power of privilege • Being treated fairly • Happiness and well being • The quality of being free • Things that come together • Formal consent to a treaty • Jury decides guilt in a case • Governing authority of a political unit • Legal document to allow to do something • Show evidence of involvement in a crime • ...
Bill of Rights & Constitution 2022-02-18
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- The fifth amendment states people have right to __________. (2 Words)
- The nations first constitution was the Articles of ___________.
- Supported the Constitution and strong central government.
- The second amendment grants the right to bear ____.
- Two house.
- The first amendment grants the freedom of _____.
- Powers of each branch are checked and balanced by the other branches. (3 Words)
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- The 1780s were known as __________. (2 Words)
- The Bill of Rights contains the first ten __________.
- Division of power between a central government and local government.
- James _______ was the main author of the Constitution.
- The Great __________ stated that the Senate will be based on equal representation and the House of Representatives on population.
- Presided over the Philadelphia Convention.
- The tenth amendment reserves power to the ______.
- Ten out of the _______ Amendments were ratified as the Bill of Rights.
15 Clues: Two house. • Presided over the Philadelphia Convention. • The 1780s were known as __________. (2 Words) • The first amendment grants the freedom of _____. • The tenth amendment reserves power to the ______. • The second amendment grants the right to bear ____. • The Bill of Rights contains the first ten __________. • ...
Bill of Rights crossword 2025-01-14
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- A group of people who decide if there is enough evidence to hold a trial
- how many amendments are there
- the most well known amendment
- the second amendment
- whatever the government does, it cannot take away someones Life, Liberty, or Property
- A set amount of money to get out of jail
- a charge or accusation
- how many states had to agree to the Bill of Rights
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- who thought the Bill of Rights was stupid and wanted the government to have more power
- giving a liveable space to soldiers
- Being tortured or punished in ways that are inhumane
- who wanted the Bill of Rights added because they thought the government should not have that much power
- to look in the home for evidence of a crime
- cannot be convicted of the same crime twice
- what was added to the constitution to have everyone agree to it
15 Clues: the second amendment • a charge or accusation • how many amendments are there • the most well known amendment • giving a liveable space to soldiers • A set amount of money to get out of jail • to look in the home for evidence of a crime • cannot be convicted of the same crime twice • how many states had to agree to the Bill of Rights • ...
Bill Of Rights Puzzle 2023-12-12
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- Changes to the Constitution
- First 10 amendments
- Group of peers in court
- Cannot be tried for crimes without information from the grand jury
- Written lies hurting someone's reputation
- Exposed, stopped by pleading the fifth
- The amendment that gave rights to bear arms
- Rule book for judicial branch written in 17875
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- No Excessive bail and no cruel/unusual punishments
- Outlaws unreasonable searches without warrents
- No housing/quartering soldiers
- Document issued by the judge
- Mostly known from freedom of speech
- Unwritten lies hurting someone's reputation
- money paid to get out of jail
15 Clues: First 10 amendments • Group of peers in court • Changes to the Constitution • Document issued by the judge • money paid to get out of jail • No housing/quartering soldiers • Mostly known from freedom of speech • Exposed, stopped by pleading the fifth • Written lies hurting someone's reputation • Unwritten lies hurting someone's reputation • ...
Bill of Rights Vocabulary 2022-11-07
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- To formally decide that someone should be put on trial for a crime.
- A group of people who are not part of the armed forces of a country but are trained like soldiers.
- The highest court of law in a country or U.S. state.
- A statement in which you say you are unhappy or not satisfied with something.
- The power of a governing body over itself.
- A person who opposed the adoption of the U.S. Constitution.
- To make an official decision about who is right in a dispute.
- A person who strongly supports a particular leader, group, or cause.
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- A right that government cannot violate under any circumstances.
- A written document that people sign to show that they want a person or organization to do or change something.
- To make an agreement official by signing or voting for it.
- A document issued by a court that gives the police the power to do something.
- An order to bring an imprisoned person before a judge or court to find out if that person should really be in jail.
- A member of a political party in the early years of the U.S. that wanted a strong central government.
- An issue decided and settled in a court of law.
15 Clues: The power of a governing body over itself. • An issue decided and settled in a court of law. • The highest court of law in a country or U.S. state. • To make an agreement official by signing or voting for it. • A person who opposed the adoption of the U.S. Constitution. • To make an official decision about who is right in a dispute. • ...
Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-11-03
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- Type of crime that is punishable by the death sentence
- First ten amendments of the Bill of Rights are called?
- Amendment 6 gives you the right to a _____ by jury
- The Head of State and Armed Forces is our?
- Which amendment stops soldiers from staying in a home without the owners consent
- What branch of federal government is responsible for writing amendments
- Amendment 9 gives you rights not listed in the _________
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- What is the minimum dollar amount over which a common lawsuit can be filed?
- The highest court in the country is the?
- Gathering signatures to make a change is called a?
- Amendment 5 doesn't allow ______ Jeopardy
- According to amendment 2 you have the right to?
- Law enforcement need this to search your home
- Which amendment protects you from searches without reason?
- How many amendments are in the Bills of Rights?
15 Clues: The highest court in the country is the? • Amendment 5 doesn't allow ______ Jeopardy • The Head of State and Armed Forces is our? • Law enforcement need this to search your home • According to amendment 2 you have the right to? • How many amendments are in the Bills of Rights? • Amendment 6 gives you the right to a _____ by jury • ...
Project Bill of Rights 2022-01-20
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- Freedom of speech
- What is a add on in the constitution
- Are Death sentances still legal in some areas
- What was the first government document
- What will America never become
- Rights to bear arms
- First ten amendments
- When was the bill of rights written
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- Protesting is using what right
- Police need a what to search you
- How many amendments are there
- What is Americas system based on
- Is yelling fire freedom of speech
- What must the jury be
- How many times can you be persecuted for one crime
15 Clues: Freedom of speech • Rights to bear arms • First ten amendments • What must the jury be • How many amendments are there • Protesting is using what right • What will America never become • Police need a what to search you • What is Americas system based on • Is yelling fire freedom of speech • When was the bill of rights written • What is a add on in the constitution • ...
Bill Of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
15 Clues: trial by • amendment one • amendment four • second amendment • born in the U.S. • amendment thirteen • amendment eighteen • congress can issue • amendment nineteen • amendment seventeen • prohibits poll taxes • potus elected two terms • eighteen year olds can vote • vote cannot be denied by race • washington residents can vote
Bill Of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
15 Clues: trial by • amendment one • amendment four • second amendment • born in the U.S. • amendment eighteen • amendment nineteen • congress can issue • amendment thirteen • amendment seventeen • prohibits poll taxes • potus elected two terms • eighteen year olds can vote • washington residents can vote • vote cannot be denied by race
Bill of Rights Amendment 2022-01-21
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- The 5th amendment does not allow you to self-_____.
- Double ____ is not allowed under the 5th amendment
- The jury during a trial must be ____ according to the 6th amendment.
- You may peacefully ____ under the first amendment.
- which amendment reserves not delegated powers for the states?
- The 4th amendment forbids unreasonable searches and _____.
- A ____ punishment is one that is punishable by death.
- Name of the first ten amendments.
- The 8th amendment prevents "cruel and unusual ____."
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- In order to search your home the police must have a ____.
- According to the 9th amendment power is "retained by the ____."
- The 3rd amendment disallows involuntary ____.
- The first amendment protects your right gather signatures for a ____.
- The 2nd amendment grants the right to bear ___.
- number of amendments in the Bill of Rights.
15 Clues: Name of the first ten amendments. • number of amendments in the Bill of Rights. • The 3rd amendment disallows involuntary ____. • The 2nd amendment grants the right to bear ___. • Double ____ is not allowed under the 5th amendment • You may peacefully ____ under the first amendment. • The 5th amendment does not allow you to self-_____. • ...
Constitution & Bill of Rights 2025-11-12
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- This amendment is the right for people to secure their stuff against unreasonable searches
- supporters of the constitution
- “No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner"
- right to speedy and public trial
- people who opposed the constitution
- “the enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.”
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- “the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury”
- this amendment is the right to bear arms
- Was in favor of the constitution, argued that a bill of rights was needed.
- This amendment is the right to not answer, “I plead the _____”
- this amendment is the freedom of speech
- “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”
- Thought the Constitution weakened states’ rights by giving too much power to the gov
- Thought the constitution did not have a section that guaranteed individual rights.
- “powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution”
15 Clues: supporters of the constitution • right to speedy and public trial • people who opposed the constitution • this amendment is the freedom of speech • this amendment is the right to bear arms • This amendment is the right to not answer, “I plead the _____” • “powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution” • ...
Bill of rights puzzle 2025-11-17
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- Provides the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases.
- Guarantees due process of law, protection against self-incrimination ("pleading the fifth"), and protection against double jeopardy (being tried twice for the same crime).
- Protects the freedoms of speech, religion, the press, assembly, and petition.
- Prohibits the forced quartering of soldiers in private homes during peacetime.
- Guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury, the right to legal counsel, and the right to confront witnesses.
- Guarantees the right to bear arms.
- A formal charge or claim that a person has committed an offense
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- Reserves powers not delegated to the federal government by the Constitution to the states or to the people
- Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments.
- Stipulates that the listing of specific rights in the Constitution does not mean that other unenumerated rights retained by the people are not protected.
- A formal change or addition to the U.S. Constitution.
- Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures and requires a warrant based on probable cause for any search of property or person.
- To gather together peaceably, often for a common purpose like protest or a meeting.
- A system of government where power is shared between the national (federal) governments.
- Weapons (the right to "keep and bear Arms").
15 Clues: Guarantees the right to bear arms. • Weapons (the right to "keep and bear Arms"). • A formal change or addition to the U.S. Constitution. • Provides the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases. • A formal charge or claim that a person has committed an offense • Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. • ...
The Bill of Rights 2022-02-08
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- I'm being tried for a crime. There's a jury voting on my trial but they need to be fair and unbiased. What is the term for this?
- You haven't figured out if I'm guilty, so you can't hold me for long. What does the 6th amendment guarantee me?
- You may protect our country but this amendment gives me the right to reject your request to stay with us.
- Even if human ______ aren't written, human ______ are still given.
- I go to their house asking to stay but they show me the door and tell me to go away. They should let me stay I fought for them but, the third amendement says otherwise. What am I?
- You can be your religion, you can say what you want, you can assemble together, you can write what you want, and you can protest what you disagree. Together, what is this called?
- I have the freedom to be who I want and do what I want because of the freedom of expression. What is this amendment?
- As a defendant I have three main rights. I can hear and question all witnesses, I can ask unwilling witnesses to testify and I have the right to a...
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- You're told these rights when your arrested but you don't need to respond. What am I?
- I might've done a crime, but there's no need for unjust chastisement. How does the 8th amendment enforce this?
- Until you can prove me guilty, I will be innocent. What is this because of?
- I am one of fifty, trying to figure out if someone is guilty. There's no detail for how to punish this crime, so the 10th amendment says the individual ______ get to decide.
- This trial is for non-criminal disputes and things that aren't considered felonies.
- My house is my property and can't be invaded but with reason, my privacy can be negated by a/an ________.
- There's polar bears, brown bears, and black bears but that's not what we're talking about, these ones you need for battle! What do we mean?
15 Clues: Even if human ______ aren't written, human ______ are still given. • Until you can prove me guilty, I will be innocent. What is this because of? • This trial is for non-criminal disputes and things that aren't considered felonies. • You're told these rights when your arrested but you don't need to respond. What am I? • ...
Constitution & Bill Of Rights 2022-02-11
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- Father of the Constitution
- The President of the Constitution
- Article 1
- 1st written in colonial America
- Powers of people &
- the power or scope to act as one
- Virginia Located in
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- Limits of fines &
- Religious & Political
- Limited of powers
- Article 2
- promised to obey laws passed
- Idea from
- Article 3
- Changes made to the Constitution
15 Clues: Article 2 • Idea from • Article 1 • Article 3 • Limits of fines & • Limited of powers • Powers of people & • Virginia Located in • Religious & Political • Father of the Constitution • promised to obey laws passed • 1st written in colonial America • Changes made to the Constitution • the power or scope to act as one • The President of the Constitution
Bill Of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
15 Clues: trial by • amendment one • amendment four • second amendment • born in the U.S. • amendment thirteen • amendment eighteen • congress can issue • amendment nineteen • amendment seventeen • prohibits poll taxes • potus elected two terms • eighteen year olds can vote • vote cannot be denied by race • washington residents can vote
Bill Of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
15 Clues: trial by • amendment one • amendment four • second amendment • born in the U.S. • amendment thirteen • amendment eighteen • congress can issue • amendment nineteen • amendment seventeen • prohibits poll taxes • potus elected two terms • eighteen year olds can vote • vote cannot be denied by race • washington residents can vote
Bill of Rights Crossword 2022-01-21
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- what month was the BoR established in?
- states didn't ratify until 1939
- was established in 1791
- what was the BoR inspired by?
- what day was the BoR rejected on?
- who wrote the bill of rights?
- what is read to you at arrest
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- 5th amendment prevents _________
- who supported the BoR?
- what day was the BoR accepted
- cannot be violated
- what is needed to search your belongings
- freedom to ______
- BoR guarantees what?
- who was the BoR inspired by?
15 Clues: freedom to ______ • cannot be violated • BoR guarantees what? • who supported the BoR? • was established in 1791 • who was the BoR inspired by? • what day was the BoR accepted • what was the BoR inspired by? • who wrote the bill of rights? • what is read to you at arrest • states didn't ratify until 1939 • 5th amendment prevents _________ • what day was the BoR rejected on? • ...
Bill of Rights & Constitution 2022-02-18
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- The fifth amendment states people have right to __________. (2 Words)
- The nations first constitution was the Articles of ___________.
- Supported the Constitution and strong central government.
- The second amendment grants the right to bear ____.
- Two house.
- The first amendment grants the freedom of _____.
- Powers of each branch are checked and balanced by the other branches. (3 Words)
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- The 1780s were known as __________. (2 Words)
- The Bill of Rights contains the first ten __________.
- Division of power between a central government and local government.
- James _______ was the main author of the Constitution.
- The Great __________ stated that the Senate will be based on equal representation and the House of Representatives on population.
- Presided over the Philadelphia Convention.
- The tenth amendment reserves power to the ______.
- Ten out of the _______ Amendments were ratified as the Bill of Rights.
15 Clues: Two house. • Presided over the Philadelphia Convention. • The 1780s were known as __________. (2 Words) • The first amendment grants the freedom of _____. • The tenth amendment reserves power to the ______. • The second amendment grants the right to bear ____. • The Bill of Rights contains the first ten __________. • ...
U.S. Bill of Rights 2023-11-27
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- no cruel or unusual punishment
- jury trial in civil court cases
- can't be tried for the same crime twice
- protects the right to bear arms (whatever that means!)
- protects free speech, religion, protest, assembly, and the press
- lets us say no to soldiers entering our home
- protects the rights of the accused
- protects us from unlawful search and seizure
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- gov't can take our property for public use if we are paid a fair price
- changes to a document (like the Constitution)
- sufficient reason to believe a person or property was involved in a crime
- rules the gov't has to follow to search or seize private property
- we have more rights than the ones in the B.O.R.
- protects us from self-incrimination
- the states and the people have more power than the federal gov't
15 Clues: no cruel or unusual punishment • jury trial in civil court cases • protects the rights of the accused • protects us from self-incrimination • can't be tried for the same crime twice • lets us say no to soldiers entering our home • protects us from unlawful search and seizure • changes to a document (like the Constitution) • we have more rights than the ones in the B.O.R. • ...
The bill of rights 2023-10-20
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- helps with criminal cases.
- allows you to practice what religion you want
- presidential elections
- black suffrage
- helps with civil cases
- Fair trial
- allows you to deny any searches without warrant.
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- allows you to deny soldiers in your home.
- states rights
- civil rights
- lawsuits against states
- allows you to plead the fifth.
- abolition of slavery
- bail, fines, punishment
- allows you to carry a gun.
15 Clues: Fair trial • civil rights • states rights • black suffrage • abolition of slavery • presidential elections • helps with civil cases • lawsuits against states • bail, fines, punishment • helps with criminal cases. • allows you to carry a gun. • allows you to plead the fifth. • allows you to deny soldiers in your home. • allows you to practice what religion you want • ...
The bill of rights 2023-10-18
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- the governemnt cannot give you cruel or unusual punishment in this amendment
- What does a police need in order to search your home ?
- this power protect the public's health and welfare ?
- these amendments were ___ in december
- extends the rights to a jury trial
- What amendment gives you the right to carry guns ?
- this amendment not denied to the states are reserved to the states
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- what power gives you the right to declare war ?
- this power levy taxes
- in this amendment you cannot be charged twice for the same crime
- What amendment states that you don't have to house anyone?
- you must be told of your charges in this amendment
- What amendment have 5 rights ?
- where are the bill of rights located
- not necessarily denied in other amendments
15 Clues: this power levy taxes • What amendment have 5 rights ? • extends the rights to a jury trial • where are the bill of rights located • these amendments were ___ in december • not necessarily denied in other amendments • what power gives you the right to declare war ? • you must be told of your charges in this amendment • What amendment gives you the right to carry guns ? • ...
Bill of rights crossword 2023-03-07
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- the first ten amendments
- The number of amendments
- The bill of rights cannot deny other rights previously held by the people
- Right to a speedy trial
- The right to bear arms
- Establishment Clauses Free Exercise clause
- No excessive bail
- When the bill of rights were written
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- Police can not search your home without a warrant
- The power to act and think freely
- what police need to search your house
- guarantees the right to a jury trial
- You cant be tried for the same crime twice
- The states remain in charge within there their own borders
- You dont need to testify against yourself
15 Clues: No excessive bail • The right to bear arms • Right to a speedy trial • the first ten amendments • The number of amendments • The power to act and think freely • guarantees the right to a jury trial • When the bill of rights were written • what police need to search your house • You dont need to testify against yourself • You cant be tried for the same crime twice • ...
The Bill of Rights. 2023-04-04
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- branch that has the senate and the house of representatives
- that the government can only do the things listed in the Constitution.
- branch of government that has a supreme court
- where the bill of rights is written
- says the government cannot make people house soldiers in peacetime.
- that people have other rights not listed in the Constitution.
- Protects peoples rights to have weapons.
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- person who offered amendments to the Constitution
- first president of the United States
- an amendment to the US Constitution that prohibits any law limiting freedom.
- deals with due process of law.
- president and vice president are part of this branch
- protects people against unfair searches.
- a formal promise or pledge
- number of amendments in the Bill of Rights
15 Clues: a formal promise or pledge • deals with due process of law. • where the bill of rights is written • first president of the United States • protects people against unfair searches. • Protects peoples rights to have weapons. • number of amendments in the Bill of Rights • branch of government that has a supreme court • person who offered amendments to the Constitution • ...
Bill of Rights Application 2025-02-05
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- The Fifth Amendment gives those accused of a crime the right to stay what?
- The Fourth Amendment protects you from illegal what?
- What does the Third Amendment prohibit in peacetime?
- What is usually required for a legal search under the Fourth Amendment?
- What is it called when the Fifth Amendment protects a person from being tried for twice?
- What freedom, besides speech, is protected by the First Amendment?
- What type of trial does the Sixth Amendment guarantee?
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- What does the Eighth Amendment say must not be excessive?
- What type of punishment is banned by the Eighth Amendment?
- Who has powers not given to the federal government under the Tenth Amendment?
- What legal protection does the Seventh Amendment provide in civil cases?
- The Second Amendment protects your right to own what?
- What right is protected under the First Amendment?
- What does the Sixth Amendment guarantee for people on trial?
- What does the Ninth Amendment say people have beyond those listed in the Constitution?
15 Clues: What right is protected under the First Amendment? • The Fourth Amendment protects you from illegal what? • What does the Third Amendment prohibit in peacetime? • The Second Amendment protects your right to own what? • What type of trial does the Sixth Amendment guarantee? • What does the Eighth Amendment say must not be excessive? • ...
Intermediate Bill of Rights 2025-04-29
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- people are free to gather together, or:
- no search or seizure of you or your things without a:
- no cruel or unusual:
- in all criminal prosecutions you have the right to a:
- you can share information online, tv, or in print = freedom of the
- cannot be denied your life liberty or property without:
- in the past people communicated with the Gov using a:
- no excessive bail or:
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- no soldier shall, in time of peace, be quartered in any:
- bill of rights = 1st ten amendments to the:
- the 6th amendment says you have the right to a:
- powers not given to the National Gov belong to the:
- Congress can't endorse one belief system over another due to freedom of:
- the right of the people to keep & bear:
- can't be made to testify against yourself = right to remain
15 Clues: no cruel or unusual: • no excessive bail or: • people are free to gather together, or: • the right of the people to keep & bear: • bill of rights = 1st ten amendments to the: • the 6th amendment says you have the right to a: • powers not given to the National Gov belong to the: • no search or seizure of you or your things without a: • ...
The Bill of Rights 2025-02-24
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- A detailed document signed by a judge that allows authorities to search people's property.
- Just because a right isn’t listed in the Constitution doesn’t mean you don’t have it, thanks to this amendment.
- This amendment protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy.
- This occurs when the government puts someone on trial for the exact same crime twice.
- The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution are called the...
- If you’re accused of a crime, this amendment guarantees you a speedy and public trial
- This amendment gives you the right to a jury trial in civil cases.
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- Excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment are banned by this amendment.
- This amendment prevents the government from forcing you to house soldiers in peacetime.
- If authorities want to search your home, they’ll need special permission because of this amendment.
- This amendment says powers not given to the federal government belong to the states or the people.
- A change or addition to a document.
- Thanks to this amendment, you have the right to keep and bear arms.
- To expose evidence of a crime.
- This amendment protects your freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
15 Clues: To expose evidence of a crime. • A change or addition to a document. • The first 10 Amendments to the Constitution are called the... • This amendment gives you the right to a jury trial in civil cases. • Thanks to this amendment, you have the right to keep and bear arms. • This amendment protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy. • ...
bill of rights puzzle 2025-11-17
15 Clues: bail • freedom • civil rights • state rights • black suffrage • search and arrest • right to bear arms • right to fair trial • abolition to slavery • rights in civil case • presidential election • lawsuit against states • quartering of soldiers • rights to criminal case • rights retained by the people
The Bill of Rights 2025-11-06
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- the Amendment that guarantees our freedom of religion, speech, the press, assembly, and to petition the government
- written lies that are harmful to someone's reputation
- the Amendment that gives citizens the right to keep and bear arms
- a formal request for government action
- Double ____ is putting someone on trial for a crime twice
- the Amendment that guarantees the right of the accused to a speedy and fair trial by a jury
- the Amendment that protects us from unreasonable searches and seizures
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- the Amendment that gives us the right to remain silent and protects us from double jeopardy
- ____ cause strong evidence that a person may be involved in a crime
- the banning of printed materials or films due to alarming or offensive material
- Self-_____ is when someone gives evidence about themselves that could lead to being found guilty.
- spoken lies that are harmful to someone's reputation
- a sum of money used as a security deposit to ensure that the accused person returns for trial
- A search _____ is a court order allowing police to search property and seize evidence.
- the Amendment that protects people from being required to quarter soldiers
15 Clues: a formal request for government action • spoken lies that are harmful to someone's reputation • written lies that are harmful to someone's reputation • Double ____ is putting someone on trial for a crime twice • the Amendment that gives citizens the right to keep and bear arms • ____ cause strong evidence that a person may be involved in a crime • ...
Ch. 2 Vocabulary 2016-10-03
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- war fought between England and France for North American land
- ten basic rights
- result of Boston Tea Party, British closed port of Boston, enforced quartering of troops
- suggested by Roger Sherman, House of Rep based on population, Senate equal
- limited the powers of the english monarch
- are ideas about people possessing natural rights to life, liberty, and property
- refers to a broad set of ideas about representative government that can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome
- document written after the Revolutionary War
- revolt against the British taxing
- two houses
- made by Thomas Paine, wrote on reasons on why to break away from England
- favored by small states
- one house
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- wanted to divide power between 3 branches
- “rough draft of the Constitution”
- favored by larger states
- British soldiers accidentally open fire on colonist
- tax on newspapers and legal and commercial documents in 1756
- did not want Bill of Rights
- how to vote for a leader
- no longer enact laws or raise taxes
- did want Bill of Rights
- "all men are created equal," "inalienable rights," "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
- slaves to population count
24 Clues: one house • two houses • ten basic rights • did want Bill of Rights • favored by small states • favored by larger states • how to vote for a leader • slaves to population count • did not want Bill of Rights • “rough draft of the Constitution” • revolt against the British taxing • no longer enact laws or raise taxes • wanted to divide power between 3 branches • ...
Ch. 2 Vocabulary 2016-10-03
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- one house
- no longer enact laws or raise taxes
- how to vote for a leader
- document written after the Revolutionary War
- are ideas about people possessing natural rights to life, liberty, and property
- favored by larger states
- made by Thomas Paine, wrote on reasons on why to break away from England
- two houses
- limited the powers of the english monarch
- tax on newspapers and legal and commercial documents in 1756
- revolt against the British taxing
- refers to a broad set of ideas about representative government that can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome
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- war fought between England and France for North American land
- did want Bill of Rights
- favored by small states
- ten basic rights
- result of Boston Tea Party, British closed port of Boston, enforced quartering of troops
- “rough draft of the Constitution”
- slaves to population count
- wanted to divide power between 3 branches
- suggested by Roger Sherman, House of Rep based on population, Senate equal
- "all men are created equal," "inalienable rights," "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness."
- did not want Bill of Rights
- British soldiers accidentally open fire on colonist
24 Clues: one house • two houses • ten basic rights • did want Bill of Rights • favored by small states • how to vote for a leader • favored by larger states • slaves to population count • did not want Bill of Rights • “rough draft of the Constitution” • revolt against the British taxing • no longer enact laws or raise taxes • wanted to divide power between 3 branches • ...
Capitalism, a Love Story 2024-12-21
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- The actor that became president of the U.S.
- Bank lends someone money with an interest to buy a house, this person now has a _________.
- "Bid against your house!!"
- The first right of Roosevelt's Bill of rights is to have a ____.
- Term used by companies for issuing an insurance in case of a worker's decease.
- Financial district blamed for the 2008 crisis.
- President that proposed a second bill of rights.
- Won the 2008 presidential elections.
- One of the various reasons people work for money rather than a passion or greater good.
- "ism" that got popularized in younger generations with the 2008 elections.
- Organization that fights for the workers rights.
- Bank implicated in profiting from the financial crisis.
- Top marginal tax rate before 1964 in the U.S.
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- Last right of Roosevelt's Bill of rights.
- Workers organized a ______ after being fired.
- The primary motive of capitalist companies.
- Steel manufacturer region in the U.S. and Canada.
- War that is argued that was fought for corporate profit.
- The Rust belt from the U.S. touches Canada here.
- Society controlled by the 1%.
- Economic system used in the U.S.
- Corporation criticized for paying low wages and avoiding unions.
- Jesus would describe capitalism as _______.
- Issue caused as a consequence of capitalism.
- In 2008 the _______ market crashed.
25 Clues: "Bid against your house!!" • Society controlled by the 1%. • Economic system used in the U.S. • In 2008 the _______ market crashed. • Won the 2008 presidential elections. • Last right of Roosevelt's Bill of rights. • The primary motive of capitalist companies. • The actor that became president of the U.S. • Jesus would describe capitalism as _______. • ...
US HISTORY EXAM REVIEW 2012 2012-12-12
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- SOURCE/DIARY JOURNAL LETTER
- SOURCE / BIOGRAPHY
- DESTINY/EAST TO WEST COAST
- PLAINS/FLAT DRY LITTLE RAINFALL
- IRISH CHINESE
- BATTLE REVOLUTIONARY WAR
- ACT/FOR INIDANS
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- FOR THE INDIAN PROBLEM
- WASHINGTON/GENERAL PATRIOTS
- ACT/160 ACRES
- SHELTER CLOTHING FOR INDIANS
- OF RIGHTS/BRITISH BILL OF RIGHTS
- ENGLAND/FISHING
13 Clues: ACT/160 ACRES • IRISH CHINESE • ENGLAND/FISHING • ACT/FOR INIDANS • SOURCE / BIOGRAPHY • FOR THE INDIAN PROBLEM • BATTLE REVOLUTIONARY WAR • DESTINY/EAST TO WEST COAST • SOURCE/DIARY JOURNAL LETTER • WASHINGTON/GENERAL PATRIOTS • SHELTER CLOTHING FOR INDIANS • PLAINS/FLAT DRY LITTLE RAINFALL • OF RIGHTS/BRITISH BILL OF RIGHTS
Bill of Rights& the 7 Principles of constitution 2022-02-16
Across
- Who contribution to the ratification of the constitution by writing The Federalist Papers
- The Bill of Rights is the first 10 Amendments to the Constitution
- what amendment guarantees freedoms concerning religion and expression, assembly, and the right to
- What amendment guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, including the right to a public trial without unnecessary delay
- What amendment The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people.
- What amendment extends the right to a jury trial to federal civil cases such as car accidents.
- . What is an aggregate of fundamental principles or established precedents that constitute the legal basis of a polity
- What amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the
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- A system in which power is divided between the national and state governments. division of
- What amendment right is to No Soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house.
- Bill Of Rights Influenced the American bill
- Bill of rights Added to the Constitution
- What is a formal or official change made to a law,contract, constitution, or other legal document.
- what amendment is the Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
- What amendment guarantees the right to a grand
- What amendment protects an individual right to possess a firearm unconnected with service in a
- What amendment is The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
17 Clues: Bill of rights Added to the Constitution • Bill Of Rights Influenced the American bill • What amendment guarantees the right to a grand • The Bill of Rights is the first 10 Amendments to the Constitution • What amendment protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the • ...
Government Crossword 2024-12-10
Across
- clause stated in Article 1, Section 8, Clause 3 of the Constitution
- requirement from federal government on the states
- delays action in Congress
- stops debate over a bill
- only happened to Andrew Johnson, Bill Clinton, and Donald Trump
- gives funding to candidates
- stops abuse from one branch of government
- seeks re-election
- influences legislature decisions
- proposed law
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- states required to call a constitutional convention
- president stopping a bill
- who to thank for the Bill of Rights
- disagree with the majority
- ruled by few powerful people
- hated for creating “red tape”
- divides power between levels of government
- president trusts them with advice
- this theory states that interest groups stop the government from functioning
19 Clues: proposed law • seeks re-election • stops debate over a bill • president stopping a bill • delays action in Congress • disagree with the majority • gives funding to candidates • ruled by few powerful people • hated for creating “red tape” • influences legislature decisions • president trusts them with advice • who to thank for the Bill of Rights • ...
Foundations of Government 2024-02-12
Across
- it establishes 3 types of ideas of government
- How each branch checks each other
- The group wanted the constitution ratified without a bill of rights
- creates three branches of government that have its own responsibilities
- out of the 13 states were required to ratify the constitution
- part of the constitution that has information about the legislative branch
- This article says this is the supreme law of the land
- part of the constitution that has information about the Executive branch
- What was the purpose of the Bill of rights
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- Americas first formal constitution was the
- Tea Act Did the tea act lead to
- the group that wanted a bill of rights added to the constitution
- A loose union of independent states is a
- A proposed Amendment must be passed within what time frame/how many years?
- How to make minor changes to the constitution
- Part of the constitution that has information about the Judicial branch
- did the National Government under the constitution emerge weaker or stronger?
- Relationship between states and federal government
18 Clues: Tea Act Did the tea act lead to • How each branch checks each other • A loose union of independent states is a • Americas first formal constitution was the • What was the purpose of the Bill of rights • it establishes 3 types of ideas of government • How to make minor changes to the constitution • Relationship between states and federal government • ...
Constitutional Convention 2020-10-27
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- document that would include the bill of rights and replace the articles of confederation
- amendment that gives you the right to own a gun
- amendment that protects you from having your car searched without a warrant (or probably cause)
- amendment that was included in the declaration of independence and the bill of rights, stating you don't have to quarter soldiers
- to approve
- amendment that protects you from being sent to prison for 10 years over a minor theft
- amendment that gives you the right to a fair and speedy trial
- amendment that states you have the right to a jury of your peers in civil cases
- to stop
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- Alexander _____ was a federalist who opposed a bill of rights being added to the Constitution
- the 3/5 Compromise would give the ______ a political advantage by allowing a portion of their population to vote.
- amendment that protects the freedoms of the press and the right to protest
- George ____ would not vote to ratify the Constitution unless the Bill of Rights was added
- amendment that gives all citizens, no matter their race, ethnicity, or income, the right to due process
- the Supreme Court's power to overrule a law if it is unconstitutional is called _____ Review.
- anti-federalist believed in the idea of _____ power between the federal government and the states
- group that believed the stability of our country depended on a strong, central government
- amendment that protects rights not mentioned in the constitution
- shays' rebellion proved that the Articles of Confederation was _____, which led to it being replaced.
- the Federalist Papers were written to try and get those who were opposed to ratifying the Constitution to _____ the Federal Government
- amendment that gives states power to decide on issues not handled by the federal government
21 Clues: to stop • to approve • amendment that gives you the right to own a gun • amendment that gives you the right to a fair and speedy trial • amendment that protects rights not mentioned in the constitution • amendment that protects the freedoms of the press and the right to protest • amendment that states you have the right to a jury of your peers in civil cases • ...
Government Word Search 2022-09-23
17 Clues: rules • Germany • approve • a regime • a change • big house • long paper • a document • north Korea • proposed law • blocks a law • shorter paper • queen Elizabeth • of rights rights • state of disorder • form of government • advises the president
Government Notes- Blue 2025-01-24
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- right to remain silent spell out number
- want a bill of rights
- life, liberty and pursuit of happiness born with these rights
- last name of the father of the constitution
- does NOT want a bill of rights
- bear arms spell out number
- can't search house without a warrant or cause spell out number
- taxes on imported good
- three branches make sure one all follow rules of that branch
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- right to a trial by jury spell out the number
- farmers in Pennsylvania did not want to pay taxes
- federal and state share powers
- first 10 amends to the constitution
- right NOT to quarter soldiers spell out number
- RAPPS spell out number
- electing representatives
- given to us by first amendment
17 Clues: want a bill of rights • RAPPS spell out number • taxes on imported good • electing representatives • bear arms spell out number • federal and state share powers • does NOT want a bill of rights • given to us by first amendment • first 10 amends to the constitution • right to remain silent spell out number • last name of the father of the constitution • ...
Charter of Rights and Freedoms 2015-12-15
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- a bill that made economic development on aboriginal land easier
- refers to the peoples living in an area, naturally and from the beginning
- an early British act that recognized the need to make treaties and agreements with aboriginal people
- he lead a Metis rebellion against the Canadian government
- he was responsible for giving Canadians the Bill of Rights
- land deeds issued the Metis people
- the political process that took control of the Canadian constitution from the British and gave control to Canada
- they were First Nations peoples that were exterminated
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- these rights allow Canadians free movement around the country, the right to live and work anywhere in Canada
- process of having a dominant culture take over another culture
- treaty payments that are made annually by the government
- she was responsible for the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
- these are rights held by a group of people rather than individuals
- is an organization that gives the First Nations peoples one voice
- a vote of a population that is final and binding
- a term that refers to people that speak French as their first language
- he is the Grand Chief of the Assembly of First Nations
- rights that are given to people by their government
- rights that exist from birth
- rights that are held by all people
20 Clues: rights that exist from birth • land deeds issued the Metis people • rights that are held by all people • a vote of a population that is final and binding • rights that are given to people by their government • he is the Grand Chief of the Assembly of First Nations • they were First Nations peoples that were exterminated • ...
Constitution 2018-03-07
Across
- plan created for the small states
- legislative body having two chambers or houses
- author of the Constitution
- approval of a document or policy
- includes courts, judges, and the power to review laws and settle disagreements
- amendment peoples' rights
- rights protected by the Bill of Rights
- political system in which power is shared between a national/central govt. and state govts.
- amendment state rights
- branch that has the power to make or write laws
- amendment protection from unreasonable searches and seizures
- location of Constitutional Convention
- and balances way to ensure no branch as too much power
- document outlining the fundamental principles and structures of government
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- branch that enforces laws
- plan for the large states based on population
- an agreement between opposing groups
- compromise created bicameral legislature
- every state gets equal representation
- group that wanted the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution
- amendment says no cruel and unusual punishment
- procedures followed when arresting, searching or convicting persons suspected of crimes
- group in favor of ratifying the Constitution
- way to count slaves in the population
- an addition to a document
25 Clues: amendment state rights • branch that enforces laws • amendment peoples' rights • an addition to a document • author of the Constitution • approval of a document or policy • plan created for the small states • an agreement between opposing groups • every state gets equal representation • way to count slaves in the population • location of Constitutional Convention • ...
Foundations of Government 2024-02-12
Across
- it establishes 3 types of ideas of government
- How each branch checks each other
- The group wanted the constitution ratified without a bill of rights
- creates three branches of government that have its own responsibilities
- out of the 13 states were required to ratify the constitution
- part of the constitution that has information about the legislative branch
- This article says this is the supreme law of the land
- part of the constitution that has information about the Executive branch
- What was the purpose of the Bill of rights
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- Americas first formal constitution was the
- Tea Act Did the tea act lead to
- the group that wanted a bill of rights added to the constitution
- A loose union of independent states is a
- A proposed Amendment must be passed within what time frame/how many years?
- How to make minor changes to the constitution
- Part of the constitution that has information about the Judicial branch
- did the National Government under the constitution emerge weaker or stronger?
- Relationship between states and federal government
18 Clues: Tea Act Did the tea act lead to • How each branch checks each other • A loose union of independent states is a • Americas first formal constitution was the • What was the purpose of the Bill of rights • it establishes 3 types of ideas of government • How to make minor changes to the constitution • Relationship between states and federal government • ...
Foundations of Government 2024-02-12
Across
- it establishes 3 types of ideas of government
- How each branch checks each other
- The group wanted the constitution ratified without a bill of rights
- creates three branches of government that have its own responsibilities
- out of the 13 states were required to ratify the constitution
- part of the constitution that has information about the legislative branch
- This article says this is the supreme law of the land
- part of the constitution that has information about the Executive branch
- What was the purpose of the Bill of rights
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- Americas first formal constitution was the
- Tea Act Did the tea act lead to
- the group that wanted a bill of rights added to the constitution
- A loose union of independent states is a
- A proposed Amendment must be passed within what time frame/how many years?
- How to make minor changes to the constitution
- Part of the constitution that has information about the Judicial branch
- did the National Government under the constitution emerge weaker or stronger?
- Relationship between states and federal government
18 Clues: Tea Act Did the tea act lead to • How each branch checks each other • A loose union of independent states is a • Americas first formal constitution was the • What was the purpose of the Bill of rights • it establishes 3 types of ideas of government • How to make minor changes to the constitution • Relationship between states and federal government • ...
Bill of Rights 2021-11-08
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- The minimum age required for someone to be president
- Ability to say anything as long as it doesn't cause chaos, is a threat, hate crime, etc.
- the rights of the accused
- Amendment that states that the government can't force soldiers to be able to live in your home without consent from the owner
- This clause states that the government can't promote religion.
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- amount of state approvals needed to ratify a proposed amendment
- Ammendment that states you do not have to testify against yourself; "I plead the ___"
- fraction of both houses of congress needed to approve a new amendment
- what a police officer needs to search your person, home, car, etc.
- The right that allows you to sue the Gov. for wrongs, the courts decide the wrongs
10 Clues: the rights of the accused • The minimum age required for someone to be president • This clause states that the government can't promote religion. • amount of state approvals needed to ratify a proposed amendment • what a police officer needs to search your person, home, car, etc. • fraction of both houses of congress needed to approve a new amendment • ...
Bill of Rights 2021-11-15
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- Newspapers, magazines, news channels, podcasts
- The highest federal court in the US, consisting of nine justices and taking judicial precedence over all other courts in the nation.
- moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way.
- change or addition to the Constitution. The first 10 are known as the Bill of Rights.
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- the framework for the federal government of the United States. It is the highest form of law in the country creates the branches of government and gives them the power to govern However, it also protects the citizens of the United States and guarantees their basic rights.
- To carry a gun In the second amendment of the Constitution
- Something done or said that may serve as an example or rule to authorize or justify a subsequent act of the same kind
- study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work.
- the first 10 amendments to the U.S. Constitution. These amendments guarantee essential rights and civil liberties, such as the freedom of religion, the right to free speech, the right to bear arms, trial by jury as well as reserving rights to the people and the states
- refers to the constitutional requirement that once an individual is in custody by the police, there are certain warnings a police officer is required to give to that individual.
10 Clues: Newspapers, magazines, news channels, podcasts • To carry a gun In the second amendment of the Constitution • study or examine something to find out what it is or what makes it work. • moral or legal entitlement to have or obtain something or to act in a certain way. • change or addition to the Constitution. The first 10 are known as the Bill of Rights. • ...
Bill of Rights 2021-12-06
10 Clues: Right to bear arms. • Housing of soldiers. • Right to a fair trial. • Rights in civil cases. • Rights in criminal cases. • Search and arrest warrants. • Bails, Fines, and punishments. • Rights retained by the people. • Freedom of speech, religion, and the press. • Powers retained by the states and the people.
Bill of Rights 2021-12-06
10 Clues: Right to bear arms. • Housing of soldiers. • Right to a fair trial. • Rights in civil cases. • Rights in criminal cases. • Search and arrest warrants. • Bails, Fines, and punishments. • Rights retained by the people. • Freedom of speech, religion, and the press. • Powers retained by the states and the people.
Bill of Rights 2022-03-29
Across
- military troops cannot sleep in your home
- a change to the Constitution
- prohibits cruel and unusual punishment
- the states and the people have the power that the federal government doesn't
- Americans can own guns
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- "I have the right to own a car even though it isn't clarified that I can in the Constitution."
- the first ten amendments to the Constitution
- the government cannot search your home without a warrant
- The government cannot take your property without paying you for it
- the right of the media to ask whatever questions they want
10 Clues: Americans can own guns • a change to the Constitution • prohibits cruel and unusual punishment • military troops cannot sleep in your home • the first ten amendments to the Constitution • the government cannot search your home without a warrant • the right of the media to ask whatever questions they want • ...
Bill of Rights 2015-02-09
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- No forced housing of soldiers.
- Freedom of speech, religion, press, petition and assembly.
- No cruel and unusual punishment.
- Protection against illegal search and seizure.
- You have more rights than these ones listed.
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- Right to a trial by jury.
- Rights to the states/people.
- Freedom to bear arms.
- Rights to due process of law, rights in criminal cases.
- Right to a speedy trial.
10 Clues: Freedom to bear arms. • Right to a speedy trial. • Right to a trial by jury. • Rights to the states/people. • No forced housing of soldiers. • No cruel and unusual punishment. • You have more rights than these ones listed. • Protection against illegal search and seizure. • Rights to due process of law, rights in criminal cases. • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-09-27
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- Soldiers cannot lodge without owner consent
- Right to a speedy, public trial
- Government only owns the powers in the constitution
- amendment Preserves right of trial by jury (over $20)
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- Says you cannot charge a person twice
- The law that allows you to carry
- No cruel or unusual punishment
- Government cannot own the people's rights
- Makes law enforcement have a search warrant
- Freedom of speech
10 Clues: Freedom of speech • No cruel or unusual punishment • Right to a speedy, public trial • The law that allows you to carry • Says you cannot charge a person twice • Government cannot own the people's rights • Soldiers cannot lodge without owner consent • Makes law enforcement have a search warrant • Government only owns the powers in the constitution • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-01-19
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- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights
- the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bill
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- another name for the first ten amendments
- this freedom is one of three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- the number of people on a jury
- supreme court the only court established by the constitution and usually rules only on issues of national importance.
10 Clues: the number of people on a jury • another name for the first ten amendments • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • the number of amendments contain in the bill of rights • the branch of Federal government responsible for writing the amendments • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- of rights another name for the first ten amendments
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bil
- percent of states to approve an amedment
- the brach responsible for writing the amedment
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- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- this freedom is one of three basic fre
10 Clues: this freedom is one of three basic fre • percent of states to approve an amedment • the brach responsible for writing the amedment • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • of rights another name for the first ten amendments • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- of rights another name for the first ten amendments
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bil
- percent of states to approve an amedment
- the brach responsible for writing the amedment
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- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- this freedom is one of three basic fre
10 Clues: this freedom is one of three basic fre • percent of states to approve an amedment • the brach responsible for writing the amedment • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • of rights another name for the first ten amendments • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant
- of rights another name for the first ten amendments
- an alteration or change that ads to,improves or corrects a motion or bil
- percent of states to approve an amedment
- the brach responsible for writing the amedment
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- the document to which the bill of rights is attached
- this amendment allows you to be silent if your testimony is incriminating you
- this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment
- a term used to identify a national or central government that has powers greater than individual state governments
- this freedom is one of three basic fre
10 Clues: this freedom is one of three basic fre • percent of states to approve an amedment • the brach responsible for writing the amedment • this amendment outlaws cruel and unusual punishment • the document to which the bill of rights is attached • of rights another name for the first ten amendments • this amendment doesn't permit search and seizure without a warrant • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- An agreement
- The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights
- The branch of the federal government that is in charge of the court system
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- of Rights another name for the first ten amendments
- Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want
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- Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a
- The number of people on a jury
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- The 10th amendment protects the rights of
10 Clues: An agreement • The number of people on a jury • The 10th amendment protects the rights of • of Rights another name for the first ten amendments • Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want • The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights • Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- An agreement
- The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights
- The branch of the federal government that is in charge of the court system
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- of Rights another name for the first ten amendments
- Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want
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- Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a
- The number of people on a jury
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- The 10th amendment protects the rights of
10 Clues: An agreement • The number of people on a jury • The 10th amendment protects the rights of • of Rights another name for the first ten amendments • Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want • The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights • Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- An agreement
- The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights
- The branch of the federal government that is in charge of the court system
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- of Rights another name for the first ten amendments
- Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want
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- Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a
- The number of people on a jury
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- The 10th amendment protects the rights of
10 Clues: An agreement • The number of people on a jury • The 10th amendment protects the rights of • of Rights another name for the first ten amendments • Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want • The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights • Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-03-31
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- An agreement
- The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights
- The branch of the federal government that is in charge of the court system
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedoms protected by the 1st amendment
- of Rights another name for the first ten amendments
- Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want
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- Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a
- The number of people on a jury
- This freedom is one of the three basic freedom protected by the first amendment
- The 10th amendment protects the rights of
10 Clues: An agreement • The number of people on a jury • The 10th amendment protects the rights of • of Rights another name for the first ten amendments • Amendment iv allows you to possess this if you want • The number of amendment contained in the bill of rights • Amendment iv says your possessions cant be taken from you without a • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-02-17
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- Right to trial by jury
- Right to Bear Arms
- Freedom of Speech, Religion, Press and Assembly
- No unreasonable search or seizure
- Right to a fair, imparial, and speedy trial
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- No quartering soldiers
- The powers not given to the federal goverament are reserved to the states
- Protects additional individual rights nor listed in the constitution
- Prohibits cruel or unusual punishment
- Innocent until proven guilty
10 Clues: Right to Bear Arms • Right to trial by jury • No quartering soldiers • Innocent until proven guilty • No unreasonable search or seizure • Prohibits cruel or unusual punishment • Right to a fair, imparial, and speedy trial • Freedom of Speech, Religion, Press and Assembly • Protects additional individual rights nor listed in the constitution • ...
Bill Of Rights 2023-02-01
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- right of newspapers, magazines, etc.
- First 10 amendments to the Constitution
- We the People of the United States
- examples include letter-righting, e-mail campaigns, filing lawsuits, etc.
- guarantees freedom
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- right to hold meetings, sit-ins, protests
- worship of a superhuman power
- ability to express thoughts
- another word for administration
- another word for independence
10 Clues: guarantees freedom • ability to express thoughts • worship of a superhuman power • another word for independence • another word for administration • We the People of the United States • right of newspapers, magazines, etc. • First 10 amendments to the Constitution • right to hold meetings, sit-ins, protests • ...
Bill of rights 2023-02-01
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- Made up of the House of Rep. and senate
- right to bear arms
- cannot be forced to house Soldiers
- pushed up to the president if the current president is removed for something.
- speech, press, religion
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- the highest place for crimes to be taken to
- shows strength
- Voted for every 4 years
- changes to the constitution are called ______
- has 2 from each state
10 Clues: shows strength • right to bear arms • has 2 from each state • Voted for every 4 years • speech, press, religion • cannot be forced to house Soldiers • Made up of the House of Rep. and senate • the highest place for crimes to be taken to • changes to the constitution are called ______ • pushed up to the president if the current president is removed for something.
Bill of Rights! 2021-09-21
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- Outlines the legal protections guaranteed to individuals.
- This amendment bans the use of excessive bail and punishment.
- The right to bear arms
- Prevents unreasonable search and seizures.
- The 3rd Amendment bans the ______ of soldiers
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- This amendment reserves powers for the states and the people that are not specifically given to the national government.
- The 6th Amendment outlines the right to a _____ trial.
- Rights retained by the people.
- Five freedoms listed in what amendment
- Individuals are entitled to a jury trial in _____ cases thanks to the 7th Amendment.
10 Clues: The right to bear arms • Rights retained by the people. • Five freedoms listed in what amendment • Prevents unreasonable search and seizures. • The 3rd Amendment bans the ______ of soldiers • The 6th Amendment outlines the right to a _____ trial. • Outlines the legal protections guaranteed to individuals. • This amendment bans the use of excessive bail and punishment. • ...
Bill of Rights 2021-10-08
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- In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial
- This shall not be construed to deny or disparage others
- No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury
- Excessive bail shall not be required, nor cruel and unusual punishment inflicted
- Powers not delegated to US by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States
- The right of people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects
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- Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting people the right to peacefully assemble
- Trial by jury shall be preserved when the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars
- A well regulated militia and the right for people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.
- No soldier shall, when in a time of peace, reside in any house without the consent of the owner(s)
10 Clues: This shall not be construed to deny or disparage others • The right of people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects • Excessive bail shall not be required, nor cruel and unusual punishment inflicted • Powers not delegated to US by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States • ...
Bill of Rights 2022-05-02
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- Right to bear arms
- All other powers belong to the states
- Unwritten rights belong to the people
- Right to trial by jury
- No quartering (housing) soldiers
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- No unreasonable (illegal) search and seizure
- Right to a speedy and public trial
- 5 Fundamental Freedoms - RASPPA
- Right to remain silent
- No cruel and unusual punishment
10 Clues: Right to bear arms • Right to remain silent • Right to trial by jury • 5 Fundamental Freedoms - RASPPA • No cruel and unusual punishment • No quartering (housing) soldiers • Right to a speedy and public trial • All other powers belong to the states • Unwritten rights belong to the people • No unreasonable (illegal) search and seizure
Bill of Rights 2022-04-20
10 Clues: de montesquieu • sixth amendment • ninth amendment • eighth amendment • seventh amendment • third amendment right • fifth amendment right • first amendment right • fourth amendment right • second amendment right
Bill Of Rights 2022-06-02
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- This amendment grants Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
- This amendment grants Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy.
- Powers reserved to the states.
- This amendment grants no quartering of soldiers.
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- This amendment grants freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
- This amendment grants freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
- This amendment grants Right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well regulated militiary.
- This amendment grants rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.
- This amendment grants right of trial by jury in civil cases.
- This amendment grants other rights of the people.
10 Clues: Powers reserved to the states. • This amendment grants no quartering of soldiers. • This amendment grants other rights of the people. • This amendment grants right of trial by jury in civil cases. • This amendment grants freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. • This amendment grants freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments. • ...
bill of rights 2022-05-16
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- Rights of accused persons, e.g., right to a speedy and public trial.
- Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures.
- Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments.
- Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.
- No quartering of soldiers.
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- Right to due process of law, freedom from self-incrimination, double jeopardy.
- Powers reserved to the states.
- Right to keep and bear arms in order to maintain a well regulated militia.
- Other rights of the people.
- Right of trial by jury in civil cases.
10 Clues: No quartering of soldiers. • Other rights of the people. • Powers reserved to the states. • Right of trial by jury in civil cases. • Freedom from unreasonable searches and seizures. • Freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishments. • Freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition. • ...
bill of rights 2022-11-01
10 Clues: trail by jury • excessive bail • freedom of speech • civil trial by jury • protection of rights • right to keep bear arms • protection from quartering • powers of state and people • due process,double jeopardy • protection from unreasonable search and seizure
BILL OF RIGHTS 2023-05-05
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- right to bear arms
- protects private homeowners from having the military take over their home to house soldiers
- balances the power between the government and states
- a person's right to a grand jury, forbids double jeopardy, and protects the right to remain silent
- allows a jury in civil cases
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- all rights in the constitution belong to the people not the government
- protects people from unreasonable searches
- provides a number of rights people have when they have been accused of a crime
- It protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition
- forbids the government from using torture as well as excessive fines and bail to punish people who have broken the law
10 Clues: right to bear arms • allows a jury in civil cases • protects people from unreasonable searches • balances the power between the government and states • all rights in the constitution belong to the people not the government • It protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-05-05
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- The right of the people to keep and bear Arms.
- The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States.
- Places restrictions on the quartering of soldiers in homes without the owner's consent.
- Congress makes no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise.
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- The right to a jury in a civil trial.
- Protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.
- A guarantee that all criminal defendants have a fair trial.
- Excessive bail shall not be required, or excessive fines imposed, or cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
- Certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
- The right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury consisting of jurors from the state and district.
10 Clues: The right to a jury in a civil trial. • The right of the people to keep and bear Arms. • A guarantee that all criminal defendants have a fair trial. • Protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. • Places restrictions on the quartering of soldiers in homes without the owner's consent. • ...
bill of rights 2023-12-20
10 Clues: religion • bear arms • right to a lawyer • no housing soldiers • no unreasonable search • rights given to the people • powers given to the states • no cruel and unusual punishment • protects against self incrimination • right to a jury trail over a certain amount
Bill of rights 2023-11-28
10 Clues: no high bail • the government • To be stationed • freedom of speeech • something done to you • The right to bear arms • the rulings in a court • right to have a jury trial • no soldier in people houses • group of people in a court room
Bill of Rights 2023-12-02
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- Under the 6th Amendment, an accused person has the right to a public _____.
- Under the 4th Amendment, what are police required to have before they search a home?
- The 3rd Amendment says that _____ cannot force homeowners to quarter them.
- The 1st Amendment protects the right to express ideas through free ____.
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- Under the 5th Amendment, a person does not have to testify if it will ____ themselves.
- The 8th Amendment prevents excessive ____ and cruel and unusual punishment.
- The 10th Amendment states that the _____ government can only have the powers listed in the Constitution.
- Which amendment states that people may still have rights that are not written in the Constitution?
- The 2nd Amendment is the right to bear ______.
- Which Amendment gives the right for a jury trial in a civil case?
10 Clues: The 2nd Amendment is the right to bear ______. • Which Amendment gives the right for a jury trial in a civil case? • The 1st Amendment protects the right to express ideas through free ____. • The 3rd Amendment says that _____ cannot force homeowners to quarter them. • The 8th Amendment prevents excessive ____ and cruel and unusual punishment. • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-10-30
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- amendment with a right to a speedy trial by jury
- _____ not delegated to the united states, by the constitution, are reserved to the states
- excessive ___ shall not be required
- no one can be tried twice for the same crime
- amendment that lists the freedom of speech, petition, religion, press, and assembly
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- protection against unreasonable search and ___
- amendment that states some rights are not listed in the constitution
- amendment that says no soldier can be quartered in any house
- amendment with the right to trial by jury during civil cases
- the right of people to keep and ____ arms
10 Clues: excessive ___ shall not be required • the right of people to keep and ____ arms • no one can be tried twice for the same crime • protection against unreasonable search and ___ • amendment with a right to a speedy trial by jury • amendment that says no soldier can be quartered in any house • amendment with the right to trial by jury during civil cases • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-10-30
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- cant be tried for the same crime twice
- other powers of the people
- you can't quarter soldiers in your home
- freedom of religion,speech, assembly, petition, and__
- powers reserved for the states
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- Freedom to unlawful search and seizure
- freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishment
- right to bear arms
- rights to a trial by jury in which cases
- rights of an accused person, rights to a speedy and __ trial
10 Clues: right to bear arms • other powers of the people • powers reserved for the states • Freedom to unlawful search and seizure • cant be tried for the same crime twice • you can't quarter soldiers in your home • rights to a trial by jury in which cases • freedom of religion,speech, assembly, petition, and__ • freedom from excessive bail, cruel and unusual punishment • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-12-08
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- Out Laws unreasonable Searches
- Protects against double jeopardy and gives person right to due process
- No Quartering of Soldiers
- Right to Bare Arms
- No cruel or unusual punishment for prisoners
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- Right to fair public trial and and right for lawyer
- You have the right to a jury trial with a lawsuit over $20
- Rights that are not listed are given to the people
- Powers not listed are given to the states
- Freedoms of Citizens
10 Clues: Right to Bare Arms • Freedoms of Citizens • No Quartering of Soldiers • Out Laws unreasonable Searches • Powers not listed are given to the states • No cruel or unusual punishment for prisoners • Rights that are not listed are given to the people • Right to fair public trial and and right for lawyer • You have the right to a jury trial with a lawsuit over $20 • ...
bill of rights 2023-11-27
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- A fair trial requires a jury.
- You cannot twist the words of the constitution to harm others.
- Congress can’t regulate your religion, the press, nor can they take away your free speech.
- If a case is reopened, you need the whole jury, lawyers, and the entire court process again.
- A solider can’t stay in your house without your consent.
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- No excessive bail or cruel unusual punishments.
- Anything not mentioned is up to the individual states and people.
- You have a right against unwarranted, unreasonable seizes
- You have the right to bear arms
- You enjoy the right to a speedy, public trial.
10 Clues: A fair trial requires a jury. • You have the right to bear arms • You enjoy the right to a speedy, public trial. • No excessive bail or cruel unusual punishments. • A solider can’t stay in your house without your consent. • You have a right against unwarranted, unreasonable seizes • You cannot twist the words of the constitution to harm others. • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-11-27
10 Clues: violated • correction • an introduction • formally request • stated in writing • Amendment II right to bear ____ • Amendment III no quartering of _____ • Amendment VII right to trial by ______ • Amendment VI right to a fair and speedy ____ • Amendment IV freedom of unreasonable search and _______
Bill of rights 2023-09-08
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- Which amendment addresses rights?
- The amount of a lawsuit must be more than what?
- do you have the right to bear what?
- “i plead___ ____”
- Speech, religion press, assembly petition are what?
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- you have to be told you’re what to get a speedy trial?
- what does the government need in order to search your home?
- “There shall be no______ bail”
- Who do you not have to shelter in your home without your consent?
- “If the state government does not _____ something, then the people are allowed to do it”
10 Clues: “i plead___ ____” • “There shall be no______ bail” • Which amendment addresses rights? • do you have the right to bear what? • The amount of a lawsuit must be more than what? • Speech, religion press, assembly petition are what? • you have to be told you’re what to get a speedy trial? • what does the government need in order to search your home? • ...
Bill of rights 2023-12-19
10 Clues: States' rights • Search and arrest • Right to bear arms • Right to a fair trial • Rights in civil cases • Quartering of soldiers • Bail, fines, punishment • Rights in criminal cases • Rights retained by the People • Freedoms, Petitions, Assembly
Bill of Rights 2024-01-01
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- gives you the right to start a trial in cases involving more than $20
- gives you the right not to incriminate yourself
- any laws not listed are given to the citizens
- rejects unreasonable search and seizure
- gives you the right to a lawyer
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- gives citizens freedom of speech
- gives citizens the right to bear arms
- allows you to reject soldiers that need quartering
- protects citizens against imposing excessive bail
- powers not listed are reserved for the states
10 Clues: gives you the right to a lawyer • gives citizens freedom of speech • gives citizens the right to bear arms • rejects unreasonable search and seizure • any laws not listed are given to the citizens • powers not listed are reserved for the states • gives you the right not to incriminate yourself • protects citizens against imposing excessive bail • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-01-31
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- The First Amendment grants the freedom of speech, religion, press, the right to petition the government, and the right to peaceful ________.
- Which amendment protects against unreasonable search and seizure of property.
- Which amendment says you cannot be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law
- Which amendment says that you are not forced to house soldiers on your property in times of peace?
- Which amendment says you have the right to a trial by jury in civil cases too (where one person or entity sues another for damages)
- Which amendment says the federal government's power is limited to what the Constitution gives it. If the Constitution doesn't say it has that power it doesn't.
- Which amendment says you have to be informed of the crime you are charged with?
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- Which amendment says you have the right to bear arms?
- Which amendment says you have the right to a speedy, public trial and a trial by jury?
- Which amendment says “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed”?
- Which amendment says you have more rights than the rights listed in the Constitution?
- Which amendment says you have the right to a lawyer?
- Which amendment says no cruel or unusual punishment?
13 Clues: Which amendment says you have the right to a lawyer? • Which amendment says no cruel or unusual punishment? • Which amendment says you have the right to bear arms? • Which amendment protects against unreasonable search and seizure of property. • Which amendment says you have to be informed of the crime you are charged with? • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-04-23
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- value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars.
- the right to bear arms.
- the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition.
- protects people from unreasonable searches without a warrant.
- the right to a speedy trial.
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- no soldier shall be quartered at your house without the consent of the owner.
- powers not delegated to the united states by the constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states.
- certain rights shall not be construed to deny or disparage others.
- excessive bail shall not be required.
- no person shall be held to answer for a capital punishment.
10 Clues: the right to bear arms. • the right to a speedy trial. • excessive bail shall not be required. • value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars. • the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition. • no person shall be held to answer for a capital punishment. • protects people from unreasonable searches without a warrant. • ...
Bill of Rights 2023-10-25
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- Protection from being forced to quarter troops.
- Powers not given to the federal government by the constitution are reserved to the states and people. States right amendment.
- Right to a jury for civil disputes.
- Right to bear arms.
- Protection against cruel and unusual punishment and excessive bail.
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- Protection against unreasonable search and seizures.
- Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
- The right to a speedy trial and trial by jury in criminal cases.
- The right to due process, protection from self-incrimination, double jeopardy, eminent domain, and right to remain silent.
- Protection of rights not specifically mentioned in the constitution. Individual rights amendment.
10 Clues: Right to bear arms. • Right to a jury for civil disputes. • Protection from being forced to quarter troops. • Protection against unreasonable search and seizures. • Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. • The right to a speedy trial and trial by jury in criminal cases. • Protection against cruel and unusual punishment and excessive bail. • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-06-06
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- , freedom of assembly
- , unreasonable search or seizures
- , right to a trail by jury
- , citizens have additional rights not listed in the constitution of the united states
- , the government can only do what is started in the constitution and the rest is up to the states and citizens
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- , right to a speedy and fair trail by an important jury
- , troops cannot enter in your house in peace time
- , if you are accused of a crime you are innocent until proven guilty
- , excessive bail or fines and no cruel or unusual punishment
- , right to bare arms
10 Clues: , right to bare arms • , freedom of assembly • , right to a trail by jury • , unreasonable search or seizures • , troops cannot enter in your house in peace time • , right to a speedy and fair trail by an important jury • , excessive bail or fines and no cruel or unusual punishment • , if you are accused of a crime you are innocent until proven guilty • ...
Bill of Rights 2024-10-20
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- The Tenth Amendment states that any powers not given to the federal government are reserved to the _________.
- The First Amendment guarantees the freedom of the_________.
- The Fourth Amendment guards against unreasonable _________ and seizures.
- The Bill of Rights is the first ten _________ to the United States Constitution.
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- The right to remain silent to avoid self-incrimination is part of which amendment?
- The First Amendment protects the freedom of _________.
- The Eighth amendment protects against cruel and unusual _________.
- The _________ Amendment ensures the right to a fair trial.
- The _________ Amendment prevents the government from forcing people to Quarter soldiers in their homes.
- The _________ Amendment gives the right to bear arms.
10 Clues: The _________ Amendment gives the right to bear arms. • The First Amendment protects the freedom of _________. • The _________ Amendment ensures the right to a fair trial. • The First Amendment guarantees the freedom of the_________. • The Eighth amendment protects against cruel and unusual _________. • ...
Bill of Rights 2025-02-05
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- The right to speak freely is known as freedom of __________
- Under the Third Amendment we no longer have to ___________ soldier.
- Second Amendment says we have to right to bear ________.
- The Eighth Amendment protects us from cruel or unusual _____________.
- What documentation is necessary in order to search someone's home or propety?
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- Under the Eight Amendment, the punishment must fit the _______.
- What kind of jury is guaranteed under the sixth Amendment?
- This means that someone cannot be tried for the same crime twice.
- Freedom to express yourself in writing (ex.newspapers)
- Which Amendment states that we have a right to a speedy, public trial?
10 Clues: Freedom to express yourself in writing (ex.newspapers) • Second Amendment says we have to right to bear ________. • What kind of jury is guaranteed under the sixth Amendment? • The right to speak freely is known as freedom of __________ • Under the Eight Amendment, the punishment must fit the _______. • ...
