Question

What does the 14th Amendment guarantee?(4 points)
Responses

equal protection under the law
equal protection under the law

freedom of speech
freedom of speech

women's rights
women's rights

if a citizen passes a test, they can obtain legal protection

Answer 1

The 14th Amendment primarily guarantees **equal protection under the law**. It was adopted in 1868 and addresses citizenship rights and equal protection of the laws, ensuring that states cannot deny any person within their jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws.

The other options listed do not correctly reflect the specific guarantees of the 14th Amendment.

1. **Equal protection under the law** - Correct.
2. **Freedom of speech** - This is primarily protected by the First Amendment.
3. **Women's rights** - While the 14th Amendment has been used in cases related to women's rights, it does not specifically guarantee them.
4. **If a citizen passes a test, they can obtain legal protection** - This does not accurately reflect any guarantee of the 14th Amendment.

Therefore, the correct response is **equal protection under the law**.