Question

In your own words, identify tye five contributions of the English Bill of Rights yo the way we are governed.

Answer 1

1. Introduced the idea of free elections.
2. Limited monarchical power and helped introduce the idea that the people have a say in their own government.
3. Established the right for citizens to petition the government. (Protected by the 1st Amendment)
4. Prohibited the use of cruel and unusual punishment. (Reflected in the 8th Amendment of the United States)
5. Established the overall notion of freedom of speech.