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This amendment is the freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition. This is important because it allows Americans to practice their religion freely, as well as say what they want.

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Set judicial Limits
It is important because we don't want the government to gain too much power because the power should be from the people.

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This amendment gave African American men the right to vote. This is important because now they are able to voice their opinion.

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Because Riley is here and she deserves the chance to be a Us citizen even though one of her parents may not be....some parents are working on becoming citizens and could have a baby before that happens

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No cruel or unusual punishment

This is important because it holds the justice system accountable as well as limited their power for consequences that are given to people for a wrong act. With this amendment, no consequence can be too harsh.

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Freedom from Searches and Seizures. This is important because it gives citizens the right to have privacy in their home. As well as requires authorities to have a warrant to go into someones home.

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Right to sue people
It is important because it protects us from having our rights abused by the government. Protects us from government tyranny.

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This amendment abolished slavery. Abolished means got rid of or made it illegal to own slaves. This was a good amendment.

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12- Election of President and Vice President
Now known as the Electoral College

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This amendment makes it clear what the government can and cannot do. The 10th amendment keeps the government from becoming too powerful. This amendment informs the citizens of the government's constitutional limits.

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The 6th amendment is the right to a speedy trial. This amendment is important because it guarantees that every person has a fair trial.

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I think this amendment is important for our country because it protects us from having our rights taken away by the government. This means that the government cannot just punish us because they want to do so.

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First amendment- This amendment gives us the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition. It's important because we are able to express what we think and believe without interference. It's a unique right and one that other countries wish they could enjoy. We should never take it for granted.

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I think this amendment is important because weapons are used for hunting and it helps for self-defense.

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1. Soldiers can't invade the peoples home
2. You don't have to bare a burden of a solider living in your home
3. Ensures that citizens have privacy in their home

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Write 3 sentences about why your amendment is important to this country. 