1. Bill of Rights Illustrations
Get your notebook and take a seat

2. Screaming Fire!!
A man is sitting in a crowded movie theatre when he suddenly stands and begins screaming “Fire! Fire!” causing the dozens and dozens of movie goers to panic and rush for the one and only exit door.
In the midst of the rush the people are pushing and shoving. Several people fall to the floor and are kicked and stepped on. Once safely outside, many of them must receive medical care.

3. Screaming Fire!!
Weeks later the same people are all sitting in a court room. It turns out, there was no fire and they were harmed for no reason other than the fact that they were responding to the man who screamed “fire”. They are now suing him for their medical expenses.
The man’s claim is that his right to free speech is protected and he is not at fault for their actions.

4. Think about it
What are some other trigger words that might cause panic in a public place (school, movie theatre, airport, etc.)?

6. Types of Rights Guarantee a number of personal freedoms
Individual Rights
Rights of the Accused
Guarantee a number of personal freedoms
For those arrested, what are their rights?
Protections against government abuse of power
Protect the citizens from a central gov’t that is too strong!

7. Bill of Rights Brochure
For every box create a picture or symbol to illustrate the amendment given.
Example: Freedom of press, speech, religion, assembly, and petition government. Perhaps draw a picture of a person speaking.
Each box should be colored!
If you choose to draw a person, minimum it should be bubble boy! 