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Bill of Rights Video
List of the First 10 Amendments
The Bill of Rights
The Amendments Explained
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3. Background information
The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments of the U.S. constitution.
It was ratified on December 15, 1791.

4. Background information
James Madison was the
founding father who initially
proposed the amendments.
The Bill of Rights was
intended to protect basic human rights. Although unique, it was based off of the English Bill of Rights.
James Madison

5. Background information
While the English Bill of Rights was formed in 1689 and under a monarchy, many of the ideas were still relevant. Some of these ideas being the right to bear arms, freedom of speech, and freedom from cruel and unusual punishments.

6. Background information
What was the Purpose of the Bill of Rights?
The Revolutionary War was fought because the Americans felt that Great Britain was violating their natural rights of life, liberty, and property. While the U.S. Constitution was being formed, the Bill of Rights was created to protect particular rights of the Americans.

7. Bill of Rights video

8. List of the first 10 amendments
Amendment 1: Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly & petitions
Amendment 2: Right to bear arms
Amendment 3: Quartering of soldiers
Amendment 4: Protection from search and seizures
Amendment 5: Due process and rights in criminal cases
Amendment 6: Right to a fair trial
Amendment 7: Rights in common law cases
Amendment 8: Protection from excessive bails, fines, and cruel and unusual punishment
Amendment 9: Protection of non-enumerate rights
Amendment 10: Reserves rights to the states

9. 1st Amendment
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.

10. 2nd Amendment
A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.

11. 3rd Amendment
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.

12. 4th Amendment
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.

13. 5th Amendment
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation.

14. 6th Amendment
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.

15. 7th Amendment
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.

16. 8th Amendment
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.

17. 9th Amendment
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.

18. 10th 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.

19. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 1st amendment
The first amendment is arguably the most important.
It can be broken down into 5 different parts…

20. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 1st amendment
Parts of the 1st amendment:
1. Freedom of speech
2. Freedom of religion
3. Freedom of press
4. Freedom of assembly
5. Freedom of petitions

21. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 1st amendment
The 1st amendment is used to keep religion out of government hands.
Freedom of speech allows Americans to say what they like without fear of punishment, as long as they are not intentionally hurting anyone.
Freedom of press allows the same rights for reporters.
Freedom of assembly allows citizens to have meetings and discuss issues.
Freedom of petition allows citizens to have a say in laws and lets them petition the government if they see any wrongdoing.

22. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 2nd amendment
The 2nd Amendment allows citizens the right to keep weapons to protect themselves.

23. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 2nd amendment
The right to bear arms also guarantees the states’ rights to form a militia.

24. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 3rd amendment
In the event of a war, the government is not allowed to force citizens to allow soldiers to stay in their homes.

25. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 3rd amendment
While an amendment against the quartering of soldiers may seem unnecessary, before this soldiers were able to stay in any home they chose and had the government’s permission.

26. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 4th amendment
The 4th Amendment requires a warrant for police to search and/or seize a citizen.
This stops the government
from violating a person’s
private property and
well-being without
justifiable cause.

27. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 5th amendment
The 5th Amendment can be broken down into different parts.
First, citizens cannot be convicted of a crime without the use of a grand jury, unless the person is in the military.
It also says one cannot be tried twice for the same crime.

28. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 5th amendment
The amendment also states that a citizen cannot be forced to testify or say something incriminating against one’s self.
Ever hear of the phrase,
“I plead the 5th”?

29. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 5th amendment
But wait, there’s more!
The 5th Amendment also states that the government cannot sentence you to prison time, sentence you to the death penalty, or take away your property (life liberty & property) without due process, or following the legal processes involved.
But if your property is taken away for public good, the government must give you adequate compensation.

30. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 6th amendment
The 6th Amendment guarantees that citizens will be given a quick trial to prevent them from being held for an unnecessarily long amount of time.
The trial must be made known to the public.
Also, an impartial jury must be formed.

31. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 6th amendment
The amendment also requires a person to be informed of an accusation against them and also be told why.
The accused has the right to confront those who witnessed against them.
They also have the right to have an attorney represent them, even if they cannot afford it; or they can represent themselves if they chose.

32. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 6th amendment
If you’ve ever heard the police read the Miranda Rights to a person being arrested
(“You have the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney, now and during any further questioning. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you free of charge if you wish.”)
… then you’ve heard the 6th Amendment.

33. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 7th amendment
This amendment deals
with civil court cases.
It basically guarantees
a trial by a jury of one’s
peers.
The ruling will be
delivered by other citizens from an impartial jury.

34. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 8th amendment
The 8th Amendment prevents bails or fines from being set unreasonably high.
It also prevents citizens from cruel and unusual punishments.
However, the definition
of “cruel and unusual”
can be debated.

35. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 9th amendment
Some feared that if a right was no listen in the Bill of Rights, or in the Constitution, then it would be violated by future generations.
To remedy this, they formed the 9th Amendment.

36. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 9th amendment
The 9th Amendment states that even if a right is no where in the Bill of Rights or the Constitution, that does not mean it can be taken away.

37. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED: 10th amendment
The 10th Amendment gives power to the States and to the people, which was a big concern during this time.
It states that the powers not delegate to the federal government in the Constitution will then be given to the states and to the people.

38. THE BILL OF RIGHTS EXPLAINED
While many of these amendments may seem basic, their inclusion in the Bill of Rights shows the corruption and injustice the early Americans were subjected to before the Revolutionary War. The Bill of Rights was created to rectify these injustices and protect our rights from any future corruption.

39. Bill of Rights Study Guide
Just for fun!
Print out the activity on the following slide and keep it as a study guide for the quiz and for future lessons.
(The Bill of Rights is very important and will be popping up over and over again in future lessons)
Bill of Rights Study Guide

40. Answers
Draw a line matching the amendment description to the correct amendment number.
Amendment 1
Amendment 2
Amendment 3
Amendment 4
Amendment 5
Amendment 6
Amendment 7
Amendment 8
Amendment 9
Amendment 10
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
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.
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.

41. QUIZ TIME!

42. The Miranda Rights are based off of which Amendment?
Question 1
The Miranda Rights are based off of which Amendment?
6th
7th
3rd
2nd

43. Question 1
GOOD JOB!

44. Go back to question & try again!
SORRY!
Remember, this amendment guaranteed a speedy trial, an impartial jury, and the right to confront anyone who witnesses against you.
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45. Question 2
James Madison was the founding father who first proposed a Bill of Rights.
TRUE
FALSE

46. Question 2
CORRECT!

47. Go back to question & try again!
NICE TRY!
Remember, he thought they it was necessary to protect basic human rights.
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48. Which of the following is not a part of the 1st amendment?
Question 3
Which of the following is not a part of the 1st amendment?
Freedom of religion
Freedom of property
Freedom of expression
Freedom of assembly

49. Question 3
WELL DONE!

50. Go back to question & try again!
Remember, the first amendment is arguably the most important. It also contains freedom of speech and freedom of press.
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51. Question 4
The 10th amendment states that if a rights is not specifically protected in the Bill of Rights or the Constitution, then it will be entrusted to:
The states and the people
The people and the federal government
The states
The states and the federal government

52. Question 4
GOOD JOB!

53. Go back to question & try again!
Remember, the Bill of Rights was a way to guarantee rights to the people and to regulate power between the federal government and the states.
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54. Question 5
The Bill of Rights was an entirely new and innovative idea of the time.
TRUE
FALSE

55. Question 5
GREAT JOB!

56. Go back to question & try again!
NICE TRY!
Remember, the English Bill of Rights from 1689 influenced the American Bill of Rights.
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57. Question 6
Which amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers in citizens’ homes?
3rd
8th
4th
10th

58. Question 6
WELL DONE!

59. Go back to question & try again!
NICE TRY!
Remember, the 3rd amendment was important due to the fact that citizens had previously been forced to allow soldiers into their homes.
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60. Question 7
The 5th Amendment is an important one, it guarantees all of the following except:
One can’t be tried twice for the same crime
One can’t be forced to testify against oneself
The right to a quick trial
Property can’t be taken away without due process

61. Question 7
WELL DONE!

62. TRY AGAIN! QUESTION 7 Remember the phrase, “I plead the 5th?”
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63. Which amendment deals with civil court cases?
Question 8
Which amendment deals with civil court cases? 2 7 3 10

64. Question 8
GOOD JOB!

65. Go back to question & try again!
NICE TRY!
Remember this amendment also guarantees a right to a trial by a jury of peers.
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66. Question 9
The 4th Amendment protects citizens from unjustified searches and seizures?
TRUE
FALSE

67. Question 9
GREAT JOB!

68. QUESTION 9
NICE TRY!
Remember the 4th Amendment requires a warrant to protect citizens.
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69. Question 10
Which amendment’s protection from cruel and unusual punishments has some grey area? 3 7 8 6

70. Question 10
WELL DONE!

71. QUESTION 10
TRY AGAIN!
Remember it also protects against high bails and fines.
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72. THE END!

73. Answer Key Amendment 1 Amendment 2 Amendment 3 Amendment 4 Amendment 5
Amendment 2
Amendment 3
Amendment 4
Amendment 5
Amendment 6
Amendment 7
Amendment 8
Amendment 9
Amendment 10
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.
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.
No person shall be held to answer for a capital, or otherwise infamous crime, unless on a presentment or indictment of a Grand Jury, except in cases arising in the land or naval forces, or in the militia, when in actual service in time of war or public danger; nor shall any person be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb; nor shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor shall private property be taken for public use without just compensation.
Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof, or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
No soldier shall, in time of peace be quartered in any house, without the consent of the owner, nor in time of war, but in a manner to be prescribed by law.
Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.
In suits at common law, where the value in controversy shall exceed twenty dollars, the right of trial by jury shall be preserved, and no fact tried by a jury shall be otherwise reexamined in any court of the United States, than according to the rules of the common law.
A well-regulated militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear arms, shall not be infringed.
The enumeration in the Constitution, of certain rights, shall not be construed to deny or disparage others retained by the people.
In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed, which district shall have been previously ascertained by law, and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor, and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense.