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Lesson 82 of 84 ยท Government

The Electoral College

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

The Bill of Rights has 10 amendments.

2

Citizens elect representatives to make laws.

3

The U.S. has three branches of government.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

1 of 2

Who is the head of the executive branch?