Question

match each amendment with its purpose.

sixth amendment
fifth amendment
eighth amendment
fourth amendment

protects citizens from being tried twice for the same alleged crime (double jeopardy)
protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
protects citizens by giving the right to receive counsel for defense of a crime
protects citizens from being tortured or excessively threatened

Explanation:

Analyze the constitutional protections of each amendment

• Fourth Amendment: Protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
• Fifth Amendment: Protects citizens from double jeopardy (being tried twice for the same crime).
• Sixth Amendment: Guarantees the right to receive counsel for defense of a crime.
• Eighth Amendment: Protects citizens from cruel and unusual punishment (torture or excessive threats).

Answer:

Amendment	Purpose
Fifth Amendment	protects citizens from being tried twice for the same alleged crime (double jeopardy)
Sixth Amendment	protects citizens by giving the right to receive counsel for defense of a crime
Eighth Amendment	protects citizens from being tortured or excessively threatened