Lesson 51 of 84 · Government
⭐ 30 XP🏛️ Civic SquareAmendments That Changed America
Certain amendments to the United States Constitution have had a profound impact on American society, transforming the legal framework and social norms.
🎯 Your mission
Spot the fair part. Spot the unfair part.
⚡ The twist
Laws change. Power changes who gets to change them.
Mind = Blown
🤯 In ancient Athens, 'democracy' only included about 10% of the people.
Then & Now
🏛️ Knowing this makes you a better voter when you grow up.
Certain amendments to the United States Constitution have had a profound impact on American society, transforming the legal framework and social norms. For instance, the 13th Amendment abolished slavery, while the 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote. Other significant amendments include the 14th Amendment, which ensures equal protection under the law, and the 26th Amendment, which lowered the voting age to 18. These amendments reflect the evolving values of society and the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice.
Key Facts
The 13th Amendment abolished slavery.
The 19th Amendment granted women the right to vote.
The 14th Amendment ensures equal protection under the law.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What did the 13th Amendment accomplish?
Why this still matters
Your school has rules. Where do they come from? Who decides them?
Stretch Challenge
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For the dinner table
“What's one rule at our house you'd change if you could vote on it?”
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