1 - The Bill of Rights: Protecting Individual Freedoms

Description

This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the Bill of Rights, detailing the crucial amendments that protect individual freedoms and liberties in the United States. It includes an exploration of the historical context surrounding the adoption of the Bill of Rights, emphasizing the concerns of the Anti-Federalists and James Madison's role in drafting the amendments. Key learning objectives are identified, including recognizing the protections granted by each amendment and how these rights continue to shape American democracy today. The document also encourages critical thinking through reflection questions, examples of landmark cases, and an analysis activity focused on the significance of these foundational amendments.