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The Magna Carta was written about the English powers and limiting it, as well as, stating that kings also have to abide by the laws. -
The Declaration of Independence declared independence from Britain. -
The Articles of Confederation served as the original constitution, this created a government with limited power. -
The U.S. Constitution was signed by 39 delegates. It was written by James Madison. -
The amendment that given power to the states and people, if it is not given to the federal government by the Constitution. -
The 1st amendment is the freedom of speech, expression, and religion. -
The right to bear arms was officially protected. -
The right to not allow soldiers to live in your home was officially published. -
The amendment that guarantees the right to a jury trial in federal cases -
The amendment that guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial with the opportunity for legal assistance is ratified -
The amendment that prevents unwarranted searches is ratified. -
The amendment that states you can't be forced to testify, can't be tried twice for the same crime, and must have a due process is ratified. -
The amendment that prevents insanely high bails and cruel and unusual punishment. -
The amendment that protects rights that aren't already written in the Constitution or Bill of Rights. -
The amendment that states federal courts can't hear lawsuits against a state filed by citizens from another state or a foreign country. -
The amendment making electors cast separate votes for President and Vice President, ensuring they run as a ticket, preventing ties like the 1800 election. -
The amendment that abolished slavery. -
The amendment that allowed everyone born in the U.S to become a U.S citizen