What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?

• A. To protect individual rights from a strong central government
• B. To expand federal power
• C. To define the line of succession
• D. To create a new currency

Answer: (A)

Protecting individual liberties by limiting the federal government. The Bill of Rights was added to address concerns that a strong national government could threaten basic freedoms. It sets clear limits on what the government can do and shields essential rights that people have, such as freedom of religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition; protections against unreasonable searches and seizures; rights to due process, a fair and speedy trial, and other fundamental protections. This focus on restricting federal power and safeguarding individual rights is what makes it the best answer. It isn’t mainly about expanding federal authority, defining presidential succession, or creating a national currency.