“That excessive Bayle ought not to be required nor excessive Fines imposed nor cruell and unusual Punishments inflicted” -English Bill of Rights, 1689

Q: Which amendment in the Bill of Rights specifically addresses the issue described in the
excerpt?

F) Sixth Amendment

G) Seventh Amendment

H) Eighth Amendment

J) Ninth Amendment

Why would a person who believes in a strict interpretation of the constitution have a concern with the elastic clause? a) the elastic clause limits the ability of the government to respond to new needs of the nation. b) the elastic clause gives the supreme court original jurisdiction in a limited number of cases. c) the elastic clause allows congress to exercise powers not specifically listed in the constitution. d) the elastic clause guarantees that a citizen's property cannot be taken away with due process of law.