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=Does the Bill of Rights connect us? =

=Welcome to C.I.S. 339's Bill of Rights Home Page! = //Created by classes 701, 702, 703, 704 and Ms. Horan//

In the following site you will find: 
 * A video on the project making process
 * An AGENDA for the live presentation
 * A description of what the Bill of Rights is and why it was created
 * A description of the ten amendments completed by students on the links listed
 * Amendment Horror Stories

media type="custom" key="3927569"  Have you ever wondered why there is a song called "America, Sweet Land of Liberty"? The freedoms in this song are enshrined in the United States Constitution, specifically the Bill of Rights. Composed of the first ten amendments in the Constitution, the Bill of Rights is a moral compass for human rights. However, the relevance of the rights in these amendments is questioned as the world and country ages.
 * Introduction:**

The following website provides the viewer with an understanding of the freedoms in the Bill of Rights by looking at their historical context and their present relevance. In addition, this site is proud to provide viewers with "Amendment Horror Stories," a series of storyboards about the consequences of breaking an amendment from the Bill of Rights.


 * What is the Bill of Rights?**

The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments of the Constitution. It was only included in the Constitution as a compromise between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists. The Anti-Federalists were nervous about giving the federal government too much power because of what had happened in their interactions with King George III of Britain. By agreeing to include the Bill of Rights, the Constitution was passed. They were officially adopted on December 15, 1791. The Bill of Rights has a Preamble that states the purpose of the amendments and lists the ten amendments giving rights to United States citizens.

//The Preamble//

The Preamble describes the creation of the Bill of Rights by the Continental Congress in New York City on March 4, 1789. It explains that states wanted to prevent the government from abusing its power enshrined in the Constitution as well as give citizens confidence in it. The Senate and House of Representatives approved it by a two-thirds vote and three-fourths of the states then ratified it. This is an important introduction for the Bill of Rights.

//The Amendments// 
 * First Amendment
 * Part 1, First Amendment Part 1 - 703
 * Part 2, First Amendment Part 2 - 702
 * First Amendment Part 2 - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">First Amendment Part 2 - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 3, First Amendment Part 3 - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">First Amendment Part 3 - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Second Amendment, Second Amendment - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Second Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Second Amendment - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Third Amendment, Third Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Third Amendment - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fourth Amendment, Fourth Amendment - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fourth Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fourth Amendment - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fourth Amendment - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fifth Amendment
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 1, Fifth Amendment Part 1 - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fifth Amendment Part 1 - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 2, Fifth Amendment Part 2 - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fifth Amendment Part 2 - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fifth Amendment Part 2 - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 3, Fifth Amendment Part 3 - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Fifth Amendment Part 3 - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 1, Sixth Amendment Part 1 - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment Part 1 - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment Part 1 - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment Part 1 - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 3, Sixth Amendment Part 3 - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Part 5, Sixth Amendment Part 5 - 702,
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment Part 5 - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Sixth Amendment Part 5 - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Eighth Amendment, Eighth Amendment - 702
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Eighth Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Eighth Amendment - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Ninth Amendment, Ninth Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Ninth Amendment - 701
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Ninth Amendment - 703
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Tenth Amendment, Tenth Amendment - 704
 * <span style="font-family: 'Comic Sans MS',cursive;">Tenth Amendment - 701
 * What does the Bill of Rights mean to us now?**

The Constitution is described as a "living" document that is able to respond to the passing of years. The Bill of Rights reflects that flexibility. It plays an important role in United States law and government. One can see the Second Amendment, the right to bear arms, constantly challenged. Not only do the Bill of Rights continue to impact the law in the country, they also serve as a symbol of the freedom and culture of the United States.


 * Amendment "Horror Story"**