Question

Select the correct answer.
Why was the Bill of Rights included in the Constitution?
A.
to protect the rights and freedoms of individual citizens
B.
to put governing power in the hands of the central government
C.
to put governing power in the hands of state governments
D.
to punish criminals with harsh sentences

Answer 1

A. to protect the rights and freedoms of individual citizens

The Bill of Rights (the first ten amendments) was added to the Constitution to guarantee individual liberties—such as freedom of speech, religion, and due process—and to limit government power over citizens.