Explain the constitutional amendment process. List the two choices available for each step of the process. Please format your answer as follows: Step 1: Option 1: Option 2: Step 2: Option 1: Option 2: (4 points)

Answer 1

The constitutional amendment process in the United States is outlined in Article V of the Constitution. Here are the steps and options involved in the amendment process:

Step 1: Proposal of an Amendment

• Option 1: An amendment can be proposed by a two-thirds majority vote in both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
• Option 2: An amendment can be proposed by a national convention called for by two-thirds of state legislatures.

Step 2: Ratification of the Amendment

• Option 1: An amendment can be ratified by three-fourths (38 out of 50) of the state legislatures.
• Option 2: An amendment can be ratified by conventions in three-fourths (38 out of 50) of the states.