SS.7.CG.3.5

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Which of the following accurately describes the constitutional amendment process? Ratifying an amendment requires action by all three branches of government., Proposing an amendment requires action by state legislatures., It provides two options for proposing an amendment and two options for ratifying an amendment., It provides one option for proposing an amendment and two options for ratifying an amendment.

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It provides two options for proposing an amendment and two options for ratifying an amendment.

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What is the role of state governments in amending the US Constitution?

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Three-fourths of state legislatures must approve of an amendment for it to be ratified.

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The diagram illustrates the process of amending the US Constitution. Which of the following would correctly complete the Step 1 box in the diagram? proposal, revision, ratification, approval

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proposal

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Why is it important to have a formal process for amending the US Constitution?

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to provide an established method for adapting the document to changing circumstances

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From 1870 to 1913, one amendment was added to the U.S. Constitution. Based on this information, what can be inferred about the amendment process?

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Amending the US Constitution is a slow and difficult process.