Section: American Government: Principles
6. What does the Bill of Rights protect?
Official answer
- • (The basic) rights of Americans
- • (The basic) rights of people living in the United States
Why
The Bill of Rights — the first 10 amendments — protects basic rights such as speech, religion, and a fair trial.
Answers verified against USCIS materials. Last checked 2026-07-17.
Official source: USCIS — 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025)