History of North America

What are the first ten admendments to constitution called?

The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution are known as the Bill of Rights. They were adopted on December 15, 1791, and guarantee certain fundamental rights and freedoms. The Bill of Rights includes the following amendments:

1. Freedom of speech, religion, and assembly

2. Right to bear arms

3. Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures

4. Protection against unreasonable arrests and searches

5. Right to due process of law

6. Right to confront witnesses in court

7. Right to a speedy and public trial

8. Protection against excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment

9. Right to retain counsel

10. Powers reserved to the states and people