Amending the U. S. Constitution

How can an amendment be ratified?

• By 3/4 of the states in their legislatures

• By 3/4 of the states in state conventions

• Both A and B

• None of the above

How many amendments have been proposed by a national convention?

• None

• All of them

• Only the 21st Amendment

• Only the 27th Amendment

What does the amendment process illustrate?

• Federalism

• Separation of powers

• Checks and balances

• Judicial review

Why might an amendment be proposed?

• To address a perceived deficit in the Constitution

• In response to a particular court decision

• To advance a controversial social issue

• All of the above

What does the amendment process ensure?

• Drastic and constant changes to the Constitution

• The Constitution remains unchanged

• The Constitution can be changed to meet the needs of the people

• The Constitution can only be changed by the President