Which of the following BEST summarizes the Bill of Rights? A.
The Bill of Rights establishes that the United States has declared independence from Great Britain, and that the new nation will be governed by the people.

B.
These amendments guarantee rights for citizens, limit some of the powers of the federal government, and reserve some powers to the states and the public.

C.
The Bill of Rights asserts that freedom of speech is the most important right promised to American citizens.

D.
These amendments explain how people accused of a crime should be treated in the United States.