How did the introduction of the Bill of Rights impact the people of America?
a. It asserted the authority of federal over state government.
b. It protected individual freedoms.
c. It prevented individual states from taxing the people.
d. It allowed the states to collect taxes on education.
Answer: b. It protected individual freedoms.
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A) the denial of a trial by one's peers. B) the expansion of free speech. C) the fear of an established church. D) the forcible removal of private property. E) the suspension of protections under the law.
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