Question

Which best explains a purpose of the Fourth Amendment?

to keep the government from abusing its authority
to prove to citizens that the government would be tough on criminals
to enable the government to find ways to assert its authority
to show leniency to people who are accused of crimes

Answer 1

to keep the government from abusing its authority

The Fourth Amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures and requires warrants based on probable cause, limiting government power.