Amendment Process

Which is the last step in amending the U.S. Constitution?

• The voters approve the amendment in a national election.

• The president signs the amendment in a public ceremony.

• Three-fourths of the state legislatures ratify the amendment.

• Two-thirds of both houses of Congress ratify the amendment

What is the first step of amending the Constitution?

• 2/3's of Congress must approve the proposed amendment.

• The president must sign the amendment.

• People vote to decide on the new amendment.

• The Supreme Court determines if the amendment will benefit the country.

Which of the following statements is true about amending the Constitution?

• It has never been amended

• There are two ways to amend the Constitution

• Members of Congress don’t like amending the Constitution

• Members of Congress always support the ratification of the Constitution

What is the amount of votes needed in Congress for the proposal of an amendment?

• 1/4 of congress

• 2/9 of congress

• 3/4 of congress

• 2/3 of congress

What is the amount of states needed to ratify an amendment?

• 3/4 of states

• 2/3 of states

• 1/16 of states

• 11/50 of states