The first ten amendments to the Constitution (also known as the Bill of RightsThe first ten amendments to the Constitution (also known as the Bill of Rights)

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1. freedom of religion, speech, and the press

2. right to bear arms

3. the housing of soldiers

4. protection from unreasonable searches and seizures

5. protection of rights to life, liberty, and property

6. rights to accused persons in criminal cases

7. rights in civil cases

8. excessive bail and punishments forbidden

9. other rights kept by the people

10. undelegated powers kept by the states and the people