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Lesson 7 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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The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
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Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
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The U.S. has three branches of government.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2Who is the head of the executive branch?