Vocabulary
What is a “Proposal”
To bring an idea
A city leader suggests that only people of a certain race should be allowed to vote. Which Amendment makes sure that everyone, no matter their race, can vote?
This Amendment is the 15th Amendment, which makes sure everyone can vote regardless of their race.
What does the 15th Amendment say about voting?
People can’t be stopped from voting because of their race
When was the U.S. Constitution written?
1787
What does “Ratification” mean?
To pass the idea / confirm
What does “Allegiance” mean?
loyalty and obedience owed to one's country or government
Emma wants to know which Amendment made it possible for women to vote. Which rule helped women get the right to vote?
The 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote.
What does the 19th Amendment do?
It gives women the right to vote
What are the three branches of government?
Executive, Legislative, & Judicial
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___ vote of both houses of Congress
2/3
What is “Citizen”
A member of an individual country
People who live in Washington, D.C. want to know if they can vote for the President. Which Amendment allows them to vote for the President?
The 23rd Amendment allows people living in Washington, D.C. to vote for the President.
What does the 23rd Amendment allow people in Washington, D.C. to do?
Vote for President
What are the first ten Amendments to the U.S. Constitution called?
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___ vote of national convention on the request of ___ state legislatures.
2/3 & 2/3
To modify formally, as a legal document or legislative bill.
There is a new rule in some places saying you have to pay money to vote. Which Amendment says you can’t be charged money to vote?
The 24th Amendment abolished poll taxes in federal elections.
What does the 24th Amendment say about voting?
People can’t be charged money to vote
What are these examples of? - voting, paying taxes, & following laws
Responsibilities of a Citizen
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Ratifies by ___ state legislatures or state conventions.
3/4
What is ”Due Process”
To guarantee that all people accused of a crime receive fair treatment
Sam is excited because he’s turning 18 soon and will be able to vote for the first time. Which Amendment says that people who are 18 years old can vote?
The 26th Amendment allows people who are 18 years old to vote.
What does the 26th Amendment do?
It allows people who are 18 years old to vote
What are these examples of? - freedom of speech, religion, and press
Rights of a citizen
Explain why amending the Constitution is a lengthy two-step process?
Proposal Stage & Ratification State
You need to make a proposal and get a 2/3 vote to pass the idea. After that, the proposed amendment must be ratified by 3/4 state legislatures or state conventions