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Lesson 50 of 84 · The Constitution
The Federalist Papers
Amendments have expanded rights: the 13th abolished slavery, the 19th gave women the vote, and the 26th lowered the voting age to 18.
Key Facts
1
Checks and balances limit power.
2
The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.
3
Citizens elect representatives to make laws.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What are checks and balances?