Lesson 19 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareAmendments That Changed America
Amendments are changes made to the Constitution that can improve or update the laws of the United States.
🎯 Your mission
Decide what YOU would do in their shoes.
⚡ The twist
Not voting is also a vote.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.
Amendments are changes made to the Constitution that can improve or update the laws of the United States. Some amendments have had a big impact on how Americans live. For example, the First Amendment protects our freedoms, including freedom of speech and religion, while the 19th Amendment gave women the right to vote. These amendments show how the Constitution can adapt to meet the needs of the people.
Key Facts
The Constitution has 27 amendments.
The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press.
The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What does the First Amendment protect?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
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For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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