WEST-E Social Studies Practice Test

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The Second Amendment protects which of the following rights?

Freedom of speech
Right to bear arms
Rights against self-incrimination
Protection from house soldiers

The correct answer is: Right to bear arms

The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution specifically addresses the right to bear arms, which entails the individual's ability to possess and carry weapons. This amendment arose in the context of historical concerns regarding the presence of a well-regulated militia and the preservation of personal rights to defend oneself, one's family, and one's property. It has been the center of significant legal interpretation and debate regarding gun rights and regulation in the United States, reinforcing the notion that individuals have the right to own firearms. Other options listed refer to different constitutional protections: freedom of speech is covered under the First Amendment, rights against self-incrimination are addressed in the Fifth Amendment, and protection from housing soldiers is provided for in the Third Amendment. Each of these amendments serves distinct purposes and addresses different aspects of individual rights.