Question

Describe how amendments have affected Americans' participation in government. Give specific examples from the lesson, including amendment names.

Answer 1

13th

Ended slavery in the United States

14th

Extended protection under the law to all U.S. citizens

15th

Extended the right to vote to African-American males

19th

Extended the right to vote to women

24th

Prohibits federal and state governments from charging citizens a tax in order to vote

26th

Extended the right to vote to citizens who have reached their 18th birthday

Answer 2

i dont know how it is used in your learning but amendments encourage more people to vote and participate in elections