The constitution of the United States protects many rights of the citizens, some of these rights are, freedom of speech, freedom of religion, press, and assembly. Your freedom of speech says that Americans have the right to voice an opinion. An example of freedom of speech is the self-expression of lyrics on an album. American citizens have the freedom of religion. This right says that you can choose to practice any religion. For example The right to be a Jew who believes in Jesus. Amendments five and six are talking about criminal rights and the right to have fair trial.