Questions
1. Civil liberties are limitations on the power of government to ensure personal freedoms. Explain the history of civil liberties in the United States. Were they included in our Constitution? Why was Barron v. Baltimore significant and how does the courts decision impact laws in American states? Why is the 14th amendment significant?
2. How do the first 4 amendments secure basic freedoms for the American people? Pick one of the first four amendments and explain how it secures basic freedoms. Remember some of the amendments have multiple protections so be sure to include that in your response.
3. How do the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th amendments provide rights for “suspects” in America. Pick one of the aforementioned amendments and explain how it provides rights to a suspect. Remember some of the amendments have multiple protections so be sure to include that in your response.
4.How do the 9th and 10th amendments interpret the Bill of Rights? Pick one of the two amendments and explain how it helps people, lawmakers and judges interpret the bill of rights. Remember some of the amendments have multiple protections so be sure to include that in your response.