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The British government’s use of writs of

assistance against American merchants is one
reason the Bill of Rights includes protection
against
(1) cruel and unusual punishment
(2) self-incrimination
(3) excessive bail
(4) unreasonable search and seizure

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The answer is (4) cruel and unusual punishment
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The British government’s use of writs of assistance against American merchants is one reason the Bill of Rights includes protection against 4) unreasonable search and seizure.
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