Ammendments Flashcards
1
Q
Why are you allowed to add an amendment to the constitution?
A
When the framers wrote the constitution they realized it wasn’t perfect. They wrote that you can propose an amendment.
2
Q
What are the 2 ways that an amendment can be proposed?
A
- Congress proposes it and votes with a 2/3 majority
2. Congress calls for a convention and at least 2/3 of the state legislature vote to change it
3
Q
How can an amendment be ratified?
A
- Approved by the state legislature in a 3/4 majority
2. Special convention in at least 3/4 of states sign it
4
Q
What happens after the amendment is approved?
A
It becomes part of the constitution
5
Q
How many amendments are there?
A
27
6
Q
What are the first 10 amendments known as?
When were they added?
A
Bill of Rights
Almost immediately after the constitution was ratified
