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What is the main purpose of the Second Amendment?
To protect the right to bear arms and prevent government tyranny.
What did the word militia mean in the 1700s?
Ordinary citizens ready to defend their community.
What political organization became the main defender of gun rights in the 1900s?
The NRA (National Rifle Association).
About how many guns are there for every 100 people in the U.S.?
About 120 guns.
Compared to other wealthy nations, how much higher is the U.S. gun homicide rate?
About 26 times higher.
What is the term for when gun laws vary from state to state?
Federalism.
Which political party generally favors stronger gun control laws?
Democratic Party
According to the article, what is the leading cause of gun deaths in America?
Suicide
What Supreme Court case in 2008 affirmed an individual’s right to own a firearm for self-defense?
District of Columbia v. Heller
What type of gun is most commonly used in mass shootings?
Semi-automatic rifles
What do gun rights supporters often say is the real cause of gun violence?
Mental health issues or societal problems, not the guns themselves
Which U.S. government branch interprets the meaning of the Second Amendment?
The Judicial Branch
Which U.S. state is known for having some of the strictest gun laws?
California
Which U.S. state is known for having some of the loosest gun laws?
Texas
