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Your Rights: Trials and Punishments — Quiz

Question 10 • Civics and Government

What part of the Sixth Amendment suggests that accused persons will be able to hear the charges against them?

Answer
A
“the right to a speedy and public trial”
B
“informed of the nature and cause of the accusation”
C
“confronted with the witnesses against him”
D
“have the Assistance of Counsel”

Explanation

The Sixth Amendment says an accused person has the right to be “informed of the nature and cause of the accusation.” This means they must be told what charges they face, so they can hear and understand the accusation. The correct choice is “informed of the nature and cause of the accusation.”

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