U.S. Constitution Amendment Process

The video tutorial explains Article V of the U.S. Constitution, which outlines the process for amending the Constitution. It discusses the formation of the Bill of Rights, the amendment proposal and ratification process, and the story of the 27th Amendment. The video also provides statistics on proposed amendments and encourages viewers to consider the need for future amendments.

What is the primary purpose of Article V in the U.S. Constitution?

• To define the powers of the President

• To outline the process for amending the Constitution

• To establish the judicial branch

• To set the term limits for Congress

Why did many states initially refuse to ratify the Constitution?

• They wanted a stronger executive branch

• They demanded a federal Bill of Rights

• They preferred a monarchy

• They wanted to abolish the Senate

How many of Madison's proposed amendments were initially approved by the states?

• 15

• 12

• 8

• 10

What is required for an amendment to be proposed according to Article V?

• A unanimous vote by the Supreme Court

• A two-thirds majority in each house of Congress

• Approval by the President

• A simple majority in Congress

What must happen after an amendment is proposed for it to be ratified?

• It must be reviewed by the Supreme Court

• It must be ratified by three-fourths of the states

• It must be voted on by the public

• It must be approved by the President

What unique aspect is associated with the 27th Amendment?

• It was ratified over 200 years after it was proposed

• It was rejected by all states initially

• It was the only amendment proposed by a President

• It was the first amendment ever proposed

What does the 27th Amendment address?

• The abolition of slavery

• Voting rights for women

• Pay raises for Congress

• Term limits for Congress

Approximately how many amendments have been suggested in Congress since 1789?

• 33

• 12,000

• 1,000

• 500

How many amendments have been accepted by both houses of Congress and sent to the states for approval?

• 27

• 10

• 33

• 50