The Constitution

What is a constitution? A document that a government has so that they show off to other countries. A written plan for a government. A written set of instructions on how to run a country. This document is made for the president only. A document that is given to the people so they know who to call if they are in trouble. Fill in the blanks. (Remember to look back at your article if you are unsure.) The Preamble says the purpose of the constitution is to establish justice, ensure peace, defend the nation and protect the rights of all citizens. What document did the Constitution replace? The Bill of Rights The Treaty of Paris The Articles of Confederation The Laws of the USA What does the word ratify mean? to approve to see To make to disagree What does the word amend mean? To approve To work To change To keep the same Over the past few years, many amendments have been proposed, but not passed, by Congress. Some of these include making it illegal to damage the American flag on purpose, allowing prayer in public schools, and making English our country's official language. Write a paragraph proposing your own amendment to the Constitution. Explain why you think it is important and what difference it would make for the country. Remember, you are suggesting a new law for our whole country!