Florida Civic Literacy Practice Exam

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How many amendments are there currently in the U.S. Constitution?

The correct answer is: 27

The United States Constitution currently contains 27 amendments. These amendments serve as formal changes or additions to the Constitution, addressing various aspects of civil rights, government structure, and citizen protections. The process of amending the Constitution is intentionally rigorous, requiring significant consensus to ensure that changes reflect widespread agreement among the states and the federal government. This has resulted in a relatively small number of amendments over time since the Constitution was ratified in 1788. The first ten amendments, known as the Bill of Rights, were adopted shortly after the Constitution's ratification to guarantee essential rights and liberties. Subsequent amendments have addressed issues such as voting rights, income tax, and the prohibition and repeal of alcohol. Understanding that there are 27 amendments is key to grasping the evolution of constitutional law in the United States and recognizing how these amendments continue to shape American governance and personal freedoms.