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Lesson 39 of 84 · Government
The U.S. Constitution: An Overview
The Bill of Rights — the first ten amendments — guarantees freedoms including speech, religion, press, assembly, and protection from unfair government actions.
Key Facts
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Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
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The U.S. has three branches of government.
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The Constitution was written in 1787.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What is the Constitution?