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The Bill of Rights

Question 8 • *FL-2100310-United States History Semester 1

If Chris is on trial and does not want to testify in court, which amendment protects her from testifying?

Answer
A
the Fourth Amendment
B
the Fifth Amendment
C
the Sixth Amendment
D
the Eighth Amendment

Explanation

The Fifth Amendment protects a person from being compelled to testify against herself in a criminal case. Since Chris does not want to testify at her trial, the Fifth Amendment applies; the Fourth Amendment concerns searches and seizures, while the Sixth and Eighth Amendments cover other trial rights and punishments.

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