21. In the case of Roper v. Simmons, what constitutional right did the Court say was
being violated?
A. a corporation's right to use its money to support political candidates
B. an individual's right to be free from cruel and unusual punishment
C. an individual's right to freedom of speech
D. the federal government's right to regulate interstate commerce
Answer: In the case, the United States Supreme Court ruled 5-4 that it is unconstitutional to impose the death penalty for a crime committed by a child under the age of 18.