Civic Responsibilities and Constitutional Amendments

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Responsibilities of citizens

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1. Obeying laws 2. Paying taxes 3. Serving on a jury 4. Voting in elections 5. Serving in the military if drafted

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Why did the framers make the Constitution difficult to change?

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To ensure stability and prevent frequent changes

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What is Due Process?

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Fair treatment of people accused of a crime

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Which amendment has Due Process?

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The 5th Amendment

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What are the steps to amend the Constitution?

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1. Proposal by 2/3 Congress or 2/3 national convention 2. Ratification by 3/4 of the states

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What does it mean that the Constitution is a "living document"?

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It can be amended and changed over time

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What is a citizen?

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A person who legally belongs to and is protected by a country

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15th Amendment

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Granted all men the right to vote, regardless of race

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19th Amendment

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Granted women the right to vote

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23rd Amendment

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Gave residents of Washington D.C. the right to vote for President