The Purpose of the Bill of Rights, Passed in 1791

question 1

Multiple Choice

The purpose of the Bill of Rights, passed in 1791, was to

• A) protect the rights of Native Americans under the new central government.
• B) abolish slavery, racism, and discrimination toward African Americans.
• C) protect the legislative branch from a tyrannical president.
• D) protect states and individuals from the powerful central government.

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