Prohibition against double jeopardy and privilege against forced self-incrimination.

• A. First Amendment
• B. Fourth Amendment
• C. Fifth Amendment
• D. Eighth Amendment

Answer: (C)

These protections come from the Fifth Amendment. It bars being tried again for the same offense after a verdict or sentencing, so the government can’t subject someone to multiple prosecutions for the same act. It also protects individuals from being forced to testify against themselves—you can invoke your right to remain silent or “plead the Fifth” to avoid self-incriminating questions. Together, these issues are central to the Fifth Amendment, whereas other amendments address different rights, like protection against unreasonable searches (Fourth), freedom of speech and religion (First), or punishments that are cruel or excessive (Eighth).