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A document that established the principle of the rule of the law and limited government of English monarchy -
A document signed by passengers on the Mayflower before they disembarked in Plymouth, Massachusetts -
The Stamp Act was a British parliamentary measure passed in March 1765 that imposed a direct tax on paper, dice, playing cards and American colonies -
A foundational document of the United states declaring the thirteen American colonies -
The United States Constitution is the fundamental, written framework for the U.S. federal government. It establishes the structure and powers of the government, divides power between the federal government and the states, and outlines the basic rights of the people. -
This amendment protects fundamental rights religion rights and specifically the freedom of speech, the press, assembly and the right to petition for government -
The Third Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1791, prohibits the government from quartering soldiers in private homes without the owner's consent during peacetime, and during wartime only "in a manner prescribed by law". -
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. -
The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlines several fundamental rights related to legal proceedings, particularly in criminal cases. It protects against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and guarantees due process of law. -
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right of the people to keep and bear arms, playing a significant role in debates about gun control and individual liberties. Ratified in 1791, it is a part of the Bill of Rights, which guarantees fundamental freedoms. -
The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees several rights to individuals facing criminal prosecution. -
The 7th Amendment to the US Constitution ensures the right to a jury trial in certain civil cases in federal courts. -
The 8th Amendment to the United States Constitution, ratified in 1791, prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. -
The 10th Amendment to the US Constitution reserves powers not delegated to the federal government, nor prohibited to the states, to the states respectively, or to the people. -
The Ninth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, ratified in 1791 as part of the Bill of Rights, addresses concerns that explicitly listing certain rights might imply that other rights not listed are not protected. It serves as a constitutional safety net, asserting that the enumeration of specific rights in the Constitution should not be interpreted to "deny or disparage others retained by the people". -
The 14th Amendment's incorporation doctrine is the main effect on how the Bill of Rights is applied. -
The Twelfth Amendment, ratified in 1804, revised the U.S. presidential election process by requiring electors to cast separate ballots for President and Vice President. -
The 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution officially abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime for which a person has been duly convicted.