1. Which statement accurately describes the relationship between the
U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights?
A The Bill of Rights allows the government some control over citizens, but the
Constitution limits that control.
B The Bill of Rights limits government power over citizens, while the Constitution
defines what powers the government may exercise.
C The Bill of Rights changed the structure of government that the Constitution had put
into place its provisions.
D The Bill of Rights defines the specific meaning of the inalienable rights mentioned in
the Constitution.