U.S. History STAAR ( State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness) Practice Test

Which of the following rights is protected under the Fourth Amendment?

1. The right to keep and bear arms

2. No unreasonable searches and seizures

3. Freedom to assemble

4. Right to a jury trial

The correct answer is: No unreasonable searches and seizures

The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution specifically protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. This means that law enforcement must have a valid reason, often supported by a warrant issued by a judge, to search a person's property or seize their belongings. This protection is crucial for maintaining personal privacy and safeguarding citizens from arbitrary governmental intrusion. In contrast, the right to keep and bear arms is related to the Second Amendment, freedom to assemble is protected under the First Amendment, and the right to a jury trial is ensured by the Sixth Amendment. Each of these rights is important in its own context, but they do not pertain to the protections offered by the Fourth Amendment. By focusing on the prohibition of unreasonable searches and seizures, the Fourth Amendment affirms the fundamental principle of personal security and privacy in one's own home and property.