Junior Secondary · 8-9 · Social Studies

The US Constitution — Structure & Amendment Process

40 practice questions available.

How many original articles make up the US Constitution?

7

What is the process for changing or adding to the Constitution called?

The amendment process

What fraction of US states must ratify a proposed constitutional amendment for it to become law?

Three-fourths (currently 38 of 50 states)

What term describes powers not given to the federal government, which are reserved for the states under the 10th Amendment?

States' rights (reserved powers)

What is federalism?

A system of government where power is divided between a national (federal) government and state governments

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