District Of Columbia V. Heller

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    What is this case called?

    • District Court v. Heler
    • District of California v. Keller
    • District of Columbia v. Heller
    • DC v. Harold
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Explore the pivotal District of Columbia v. Heller case, focusing on the interpretation of the 2nd Amendment, the parties involved, and the court's jurisdiction. This quiz assesses understanding of constitutional law and its implications on personal rights.

District Of Columbia V. Heller - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Who filed the suit?

    • Richard Heckler

    • Helen Keller

    • Rich Hamond

    • Dick Heller

    Correct Answer
    A. Dick Heller
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dick Heller. The question is asking for the person who filed the suit, and out of the given options, Dick Heller is the only name mentioned that could potentially be associated with filing a lawsuit.

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  • 3. 

    What 12 AM connection was said? 

    • Rights that are implied to be taken away- the right for self defense.

    • The decision applies only to a juvenile.

    • Weapons and arms are the same thing.

    • The eighth justice was part of the minority.

    Correct Answer
    A. Rights that are implied to be taken away- the right for self defense.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Rights that are implied to be taken away- the right for self defense." This answer suggests that there is a connection between the topic of the question (12 AM connection) and the idea of rights being taken away, specifically the right for self-defense. The other options provided do not directly relate to the concept of rights being taken away.

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  • 4. 

    What does the 2nd Amendment mean?

    • A well regulated Military, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Firearms, shall not be infringed.

    • A well regulated Army, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

    • A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

    • A well regulated Force, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Artillery, shall not be infringed.

    Correct Answer
    A. A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.
    Explanation
    The 2nd Amendment means that because a well-regulated militia is necessary for the security of a free state, the people have the right to keep and bear arms, and this right shall not be violated. This amendment guarantees the individual right to own firearms for self-defense and protection against tyranny. It also recognizes the importance of a well-regulated militia in maintaining the security of the nation.

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  • 5. 

    Whose court is judging the case?

    • Roberts Court

    • Kennedy Court

    • Stevens Court

    • Breyer Court

    Correct Answer
    A. Roberts Court
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Roberts Court because the question is asking about the court that is currently presided over by Chief Justice John Roberts. The term "Roberts Court" refers to the Supreme Court during his tenure as Chief Justice.

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  • 6. 

    How did the District of Columbia ban handgun possession?

    • Making it a crime to carry an unregistered firearm and prohibiting the registration of guns.

    • Making it a crime to carry an unregistered firearm and prohibiting the registration of handguns.

    • Making it a crime to carry an unregistered firearm and prohibiting the unregistration of handguns.

    • Making it a crime to carry a registered firearm and prohibiting the registration of handguns.

    Correct Answer
    A. Making it a crime to carry an unregistered firearm and prohibiting the registration of handguns.
    Explanation
    The District of Columbia banned handgun possession by making it a crime to carry an unregistered firearm and prohibiting the registration of handguns. This means that individuals are not allowed to possess handguns unless they are registered, and the act of carrying an unregistered firearm is considered a crime.

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  • 7. 

    Why did Dick Heller file a suit?

    • He wanted to stop the bar on handguns.

    • He wanted to stop the registration of handguns.

    • He wanted to stop the bar gun control.

    • He wanted to stop the bar.

    Correct Answer
    A. He wanted to stop the bar on handguns.
    Explanation
    Dick Heller filed a suit because he wanted to stop the bar on handguns. This suggests that he believed there was a restriction or prohibition on owning or possessing handguns, and he wanted to challenge this limitation through legal action.

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