Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency directly led to a constitutional amendment concerning the executive branch. The maximum number of terms a president can serve after this amendment is:

Several amendments to the U.S. Constitution have addressed unique historical circumstances. Identify which amendment: REPEALED PROHIBITION

Several amendments to the U.S. Constitution have addressed unique historical circumstances. Identify which amendment: PREVENTED CONGRESS FROM GIVING ITSELF A RAISE

Congress passed the 11th, 21st and 27th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution in response to unique circumstances that engaged the people, judges and lawmakers of their times. Which amendment: REPEALED PROHIBITION?

Congress passed the 11th, 21st and 27th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution in response to unique circumstances that engaged the people, judges and lawmakers of their times. Which amendment: PREVENTED CONGRESS FROM GIVING ITSELF A RAISE?

Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency directly led to a constitutional amendment concerning the executive branch. Which amendment was it?

Limits the president to two, four year terms.

Which amendment gave Congress the power of Congress to tax income?

During the early 20th century, several amendments to the U.S. Constitution were ratified to address the concerns of Progressive Era reformers. Which amendment: PROHIBITED THE SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES?

What is the memory trick for the 22nd Amendment?

Which memory trick is this: 2 + 2 = 4

Which amendment prohibited the sale and consumption of alcohol?

Which amendment mandated that Congressional pay raises could not take effect until after the next election?

The United States Supreme Court has used the doctrine of incorporation to extend most of the rights included in the Bill of Rights to state and local governments. Did the following case extend the right of assembly, press or religion? Near v. Minnesota (1931) - Struck down a state law that permitted censorship of "malicious, scandalous and defamatory" newspapers and magazines

The United States Supreme Court has used the doctrine of incorporation to extend most of the rights included in the Bill of Rights to state and local governments. Did the following case extend the right of assembly, press or religion? De Jonge v. Oregon (1937) - Overturned a conviction for organizing a meeting of the Communist Party

The United States Supreme Court has used the doctrine of incorporation to extend most of the rights included in the Bill of Rights to state and local governments. Did the following case extend the right of assembly, press or religion? Cantwell v. Connecticut (1940) - Struck down a state law that required state licenses in order to solicit on behalf of a faith-based organization

The 25th Amendment was ratified after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Which issue, among others, did the 25th Amendment clarify?

What date does the President take office?

What date do members of Congress take office?

The 20th Amendment, ratified in 1933, shortens the period between Election Day and the tune when the president and members of Congress take Office. What situation made the 20th Amendment a practical improvement?

The 17th Amendment addressed Progressive Era calls for reform. Identify which headline could have been written to support the ratification of the 17th Amendment.

Which of the following was one event that led to the adoption of the 21st Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?

In 1876, Congress passed a law stating that post office employees shall hold terms of 4 years and could only be removed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate. The Supreme Court ruled this law unconstitutional, finding that the President has exclusive power to remove officials from the executive branch. How did this decision impact the constitutional principle of separation of powers?

What is the memory trick for the 23nd Amendment?

During the early 20th century, several amendments to the U.S. Constitution were ratified to address the concerns of Progressive Era reformers. Which amendment guaranteed full suffrage rights to women?

States cannot deny the right to vote based on gender

What is the memory trick for the 24th Amendment?

What is the memory trick for the 26th Amendment?

The 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised groups. Which of the following groups gained the right to vote from ANY of these amendments?

Which amendment repealed Prohibition?

Which amendment prohibited states from dening the right to vote based on age (18+)?

The 15th Amendment expanded African Americans' ability to participate in the political process. How did the 24th Amendment expand upon the 15th Amendment?

The 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution  extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised groups. Which of  the following groups gained the right to vote from ANY of these amendments?

The 19th Amendment:

The 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised groups. Which of the following groups gained the right to vote from ANY of these amendments?

The United States Constitution is a living document that changes over time as a result of amendments and Supreme Court decisions. How did the Constitution change as a result of the 26th Amendment?

The United States Constitution is a living document that changes over time as a result of amendments and Supreme Court decisions. How did the Constitution change as a result of the 26th Amendment?

The 24th Amendment guarantees people the right to vote regardless of whether or not they have paid a poll tax. Which group does the 24th Amendment aim to protect?

The 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised groups. Which of the following groups gained the right to vote from ANY of these amendments?

The 15th, 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution extended voting rights to previously disenfranchised groups. Which of the following groups gained the right to vote from ANY of these amendments?

Portions of two Constitutional Amendments are shown: 15th AMENDMENT Section 1. The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude. 24th AMENDMENT Section 1. The right of citizens of the United States to vote in any primary or other election for President or Vice President, for electors for President or Vice President, or for Senator or Representative in Congress, shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or any State by reason of failure to pay any poll tax or other tax. What was the result of the addition of these amendments to the U.S. Constitution?

An excerpt from the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is shown: "No person acting under color of law shall ... in determining whether any individual is qualified under State law or laws to vote in any Federal election, apply any standard, practice, or procedure different from the standards, practices, or procedures applied under such law or laws to other individuals within the same county, parish, or similar political subdivision who have been found by State officials to be Qualified to vote . . ." Why does this support the principle of popular sovereignty?

Abolishes poll taxes

The Reconstruction Amendments expanded African Americans’ ability to participate in the political process. How did a later constitutional amendment expand upon this ability?

How were voting qualifications for national elections changed by a constitutional amendment?

Congress begins on January 3rd, President starts on January 20th

What is the memory trick for the 25th Amendment?

Several amendments to the U.S. Constitution have addressed unique historical circumstances. Identify which amendment limited the jurisdiction of the federal courts:

Several amendments to the U.S. Constitution have addressed unique historical circumstances. Identify which amendment overturned the Supreme Court's ruling in Chisolm v. Georgia:

Congress passed the 11th, 21st and 27th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution in response to unique circumstances that engaged the people, judges and lawmakers of their times. Which amendment was passed in response to state concerns about non-citizens suing the state?

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution separated the electoral college votes for President and Vice President?

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits the resident of one state from suing a different state (e.g. Georgia resident sues South Carolina)?

During the early 20th century, several amendments to the U.S. Constitution were ratified to address the concerns of Progressive Era reformers. Which amendment established a federal income tax?

During the early 20th century, several amendments to the U.S. Constitution were ratified to address the concerns of Progressive Era reformers. Which amendment mandated the direct election of senators?

This amendment gives Washington DC electoral college votes as if it were a state (DC still has no representation in Congress):

This amendment establishes the direct election of senators (instead of being chosen by state legislatures):

Succession of VP if president dies or become incapable to do his job.

Which circumstance prompted the adoption of the 23rd Amendment?

How was the Constitution amended to provide representation to the residents of the District of Columbia?

The 16 through 19 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution addressed called for reform during the Progressive Era. What was the intended reform of the 18th Amendment?

The 16 through 19 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution addressed called for reform during the Progressive Era. What was the intended reform of the 16th Amendment?

The 16 through 19 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution addressed called for reform during the Progressive Era. What was the intended reform of the 17th Amendment?

The 16 through 19 Amendments to the U.S. Constitution addressed called for reform during the Progressive Era. What was the intended reform of the 19th Amendment?

Which of the following was one event that led to the adoption of the 21st Amendment of the U.S. Constitution?

Which situation brought about the adoption of the 12th Amendment to the US. Constitution?

The 18th Amendment:

The 16th Amendment

The 17th Amendment

What event brought about the adoption of the 25th Amendment?

The 17th Amendment established the direct election of US. Senators. Determine whether the following group would have supported or opposed the 17th Amendment: Wealthy businesses leaders

The 17th Amendment established the direct election of US. Senators. Determine whether the following group would have supported or opposed the 17th Amendment: State political party bosses

The 17th Amendment established the direct election of US. Senators. Determine whether the following group would have supported or opposed  the 17th Amendment: Members of the Populist Party

The 17th Amendment established the direct election of US. Senators.  Determine whether the following group would have supported or opposed the 17th Amendment: Critics of powerful state legislatures

How did a constitutional amendment alter an aspect of the Electoral College?

Why did it take the ratification of the 21st Amendment to the Constitution in 1933 to make alcohol manufacture, sale, transportation, importation. or exportation legal again?

Identify the perceived conflict of interest that led to the ratification of the 27th Amendment.

How was the U.S. Constitution amended to expand participation in federal elections to the District of Columbia?

How many U.S. Senators does the District of Columbia have?

The 25th Amendment reads, in part: Whenever the President transmits … his written declaration that he is unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office … such powers and duties shall be discharged by the Vice President as Acting President. WHAT DOES THIS AMENDMENT ESTABLISH that had been previously undefined in the Constitution?

The 24th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution outlawed the use of poll taxes to prevent citizens from voting for federal office holders. This 1964 change continued what evolutionary development of the U.S. Constitution?

From time to time, the Supreme Court has extended civil rights protections to groups that historically have been denied rights guaranteed to other Americans. Sometimes the Supreme Court has done this by interpreting and applying principles found in existing Constitutional amendments. Which legal principle did the Supreme Court use to extend the Bill of Rights guarantees to state laws and to broaden civil rights protections for minorities?

The 17th Amendment addressed Progressive Era calls for reform. Identify which headline could have been written to support the ratification of the 17th Amendment:

Following the Supreme Court's decision in Brown v. Board of Education, African-American students began applying to colleges and universities that had previously been segregated. In 1963, the governor of Alabama, George Wallace, tried to physically stop three African-American students from registering at the University of Alabama. President Kennedy ordered the Alabama National Guard to force Wallace to move aside and allow the students to register. WHY DID PRESIDENT KENNEDY TAKE THIS ACTION?

The U.S. government has taken steps to ensure civil rights are extended to marginalized group. Which branch proposed a constitutional amendment banning the use of poll taxes?

The U.S. government has taken steps to ensure civil rights are extended to marginalized group. Which branch passed civil rights and voting rights legislation?

The U.S. government has taken steps to ensure civil rights are extended to marginalized group. Which branch brought charges against individuals who violated open housing legislation?

The U.S. government has taken steps to ensure civil rights are extended to marginalized group. Which branch used incorporation to apply the federal Bill of Rights to the states?

The U.S. government has taken steps to ensure civil rights are extended to marginalized group. Which branch ruled that the principle of “separate but equal” is unconstitutional?