Which list of protections in the U.S. Constitution was added to secure individual liberties?

• A. The Preamble
• B. The Bill of Rights
• C. The Articles of Confederation
• D. The Checks and Balances

Answer: (B)

Protecting individual liberties is addressed most directly by the Bill of Rights—the first ten amendments added to the Constitution to limit the federal government and safeguard fundamental freedoms. The Preamble outlines the goals of the new government, the Articles set up its structure and powers, and Checks and Balances explains how the branches constrain each other. But only the Bill of Rights provides a concrete, enumerated list of rights and protections for individuals, such as freedom of speech, religion, and due process. It was added specifically to reassure states and citizens that the new government would respect basic liberties, and it was ratified in 1791.