Constitution Week is September 17-23
Bill of Rights Quiz
1. Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
2. Select one of the following:
The Bill of Rights is
a) An introduction to the original Constitution
b) Any bill involving personal rights passed by Congress
c) The first Ten Amendments
3. The Third Amendment sets limits on quartering soldiers in persons' homes. Why was the amendment included?
4. According to the Bill of Rights, what happens to the "other powers" not listed in the Bill of Rights?
5. Under the Sixth Amendment all citizens accused of a serious crime are guaranteed the right to
a) Privacy
b) Bail
c) Counsel
6. Which amendment in the Bill of Rights forbids the government from compelling a person from testifying against him/herself?
7. Part of the First Amendment prohibits Congress from making any laws "respecting an establishment of religion." What does this mean?
8. Which amendment protects us against censorship?
9. What rights would you have if the police wanted to search your house?
10. Did the Bill of Rights guarantee women the right to vote?
11. In a criminal trial, the accused person must prove his or her innocence. True or False?
12. The Bill of Rights guarantees every citizen's right to which of the following?
a) A job
b) Free public education
c) To preach personal view and beliefs
13. Which amendment in the Bill of Rights permits unpopular organizations the right to conduct demonstrations, parades, and marches?
The majority of this quiz was created by the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia.