The Bill of Rights: Amendments 1-10

The Bill of Rights consists of the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution and was ratified in 1791. These amendments guarantee essential rights and freedoms for individuals, such as the freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, and the right to a fair trial.

The Bill of Rights was created to protect citizens from potential abuses of power by the government. By outlining specific rights, it ensures that individuals have certain freedoms that cannot be taken away.