American Government CLEP Prep Practice Exam

Which amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms?

1. First Amendment.

2. Second Amendment.

3. Fourth Amendment.

4. Eighth Amendment.

The correct answer is: Second Amendment.

The Second Amendment guarantees the right to bear arms. This amendment gives citizens the right to own and possess firearms, subject to certain regulations from the government. Options A, C, and D are incorrect because they refer to other amendments that do not pertain to the right to bear arms. The First Amendment guarantees freedom of speech, religion, and press while the Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Eighth Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. Therefore, the Second Amendment is the only correct answer for this question.