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- 1. Multiple ChoiceWhich principle was the focus of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Miranda v. Arizona?Freedom of ExpressionFreedom of PressSelf-IncriminationRight to Bear Arms
- 2. Multiple ChoiceStates must pay for a public defender as a result of which U.S. Supreme Court case?DC v. HellerHazelwood v. KuhlmeierGideon v. WainwrightMiranda v. Arizona
- 3. Multiple ChoiceThe Supreme Court case of Tinker v. Des Moines was based on which first amendment freedom?AssemblyPressPetitionSpeech
- 4. Multiple ChoiceWhat was the most likely reason the 9th amendment was included in the Bill of Rights?Protect rights beyond those listed in the ConstitutionIncrease federal powerExpand state controlPrevent Congress from granting additional rights
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the basic purpose of the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution?To describe the powers of the three branchesTo limit the powers of state governmentTo guarantee individual freedoms against abuses of powerTo establish a system of checks and balances
- 6. Multiple ChoiceWhat has been one long-term result of the constitutional protection of free speech?Fewer court cases involving minorsFewer laws limiting minority rightsA more accurate electionA more informed society
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following behaviors is protected by the 1st amendment?Remaining silent when arrestedUsing email to criticize the governmentRequiring citizens to register before voting in electionsBanning offensive materials
- 8. Multiple ChoiceMy friends and I were playing baseball in a vacant lot. When it was my turn to hit, I hit a foul ball that broke the windshield of a parked car. The owner of the car took me to court and sued for $250. The judge decided a jury was not necessary. He sentenced me to pay for the window to be repaired and 20 hours of volunteer work. Could I have insisted on a trial by jury?Yes, this is a right protected by the 7th amendmentNo, this is a right that is not protectedYes, this is a right protected by the 4th amendmentYes, this is a right protected by the 9th amendment
- 9. Multiple ChoiceEmily arrived home one evening to find a member of the United States Navy sitting at her dining room table. Emily quickly turned to her parents and said “Why is there a military person in our home?” Her parents replied, “We were told we had to house this soldier.” Which amendment is being violated?2nd3rd4th5th
- 10. Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following is an example of eminent domain protected by the 5th Amendment?Private property was taken to create space for McDonaldsHighways were built on land purchased from landownersWestern land was made available to farming homesteadersBarbed wire fences ended the era of the open-range for cattle
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhich statement best defines “due process” of law?Decisions affecting individuals are made by a jury of peersProcedures used to enforce the law are fair, reasonable, and justPeople have guaranteed rights that can only be taken away in emergenciesGovernment decisions affecting individuals are made in secret to avoid publicity
- 12. Multiple ChoiceUnder Freedom of Speech why is shouting “fire” in a movie theater not protected?The Bill of Rights does not safeguard individual libertiesThe Supreme Court can eliminate freedoms listed in the Bill of RightsConstitutional protections of liberty have limitationsThe needs of government are more important than individual liberties
- 13. Multiple ChoiceCarolyn is arrested for shoplifting a candy bar from Buddy Boys. At trial, she is found guilty. The judge decides to sentence her to 12 years in jail since she is 12 years old. The judge believes that by age 12 she should have learned not to steal and deserves severe consequences for what she did. The violation of which amendment made the judges actions unconstitutional?Cruel and unusual punishmentFreedom of speechRight to a fair and speedy trialEminent domain
- 14. Multiple ChoiceIndividual states have the power to create marriage and divorce laws, driver’s license requirements and establish schools. Which clause in the constitution allows states to have powers not enumerated in the U.S. Constitution?Due process clauseElastic clauseSupremacy clauseReserved powers clause
- 15. Multiple ChoiceThe Supreme Court case of D.C. vs. Heller was based on which constitutional amendment?1st2nd3rd4th
- 16. Multiple ChoiceWhile driving down the road, you are pulled over by a police officer. He proceeds to tell you he stopped you because your left tail light is not operational and instructs you to get out of your vehicle. He then climbs in to your vehicle, begins digging around in your glove compartment, console and trunk without your consent. What amendment offers protection?4th5th6th7th
- 17. Multiple ChoiceWhile eating at a local McDonald’s Michelle Obama overhears your conversation that this is your 4th time eating McDonald’s this week. She then tells you that you are forbidden from eating anymore McDonald’s and must eat at Panera Bread and the secret service escorts you out the door. The violation of which amendment made these actions unconstitutional?7th8th9th10th
- 18. Multiple ChoiceThe rights to have a trial by jury and to call witnesses in one’s defense are examples of which of the following?Eminent DomainIndictmentDouble JeopardyDue Process
- 19. Multiple ChoiceThe ninth amendment states that rights not listed (unenumerated) in the Constitution are which of the following?ForfeitedSubject to ChangeProtectedSuspended during wars
- 20. Multiple ChoiceMiranda v. Arizona and Gideon v. Wainwright were cases that made it to the Supreme Court to protect the rights of _________.Those who file a lawsuitThose who bear armsThose accused of a crimeThose who are facing the death penalty
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