Question

John’s family could not afford a defense attorney, so the state appointed one to represent him.
Even though Jamal was only contesting a traffic ticket, he requested a trial by jury.
Some states consider the death penalty to be cruel and unusual punishment. Those that allow it seek ways to make it humane.
This amendment has been used to extend rights to groups not specifically mentioned in the U.S. Constitution.
The states and local governments can establish tax-funded schools.
6th amendment
7th amendment
8th amendment
9th amendment
10th amendment

Answer 1

1. John’s family could not afford a defense attorney, so the state appointed one to represent him. — 6th Amendment (right to counsel in criminal prosecutions)

2. Even though Jamal was only contesting a traffic ticket, he requested a trial by jury. — 7th Amendment (right to jury trial in civil cases; note: most petty traffic offenses don’t qualify for a jury trial)

3. Some states consider the death penalty to be cruel and unusual punishment. Those that allow it seek ways to make it humane. — 8th Amendment (no cruel and unusual punishment)

4. This amendment has been used to extend rights to groups not specifically mentioned in the U.S. Constitution. — 9th Amendment (rights retained by the people/unenumerated rights)

5. The states and local governments can establish tax-funded schools. — 10th Amendment (powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states or the people)