How many amendments does the Constitution have?

How many amendments does the Constitution have?

• A. Twenty-seven (27)
• B. Twenty
• C. Fifteen
• D. Thirty

Answer: (A)

Twenty-seven amendments. The Constitution starts with the Bill of Rights—the first ten amendments ratified in 1791 to protect basic freedoms. Since then, 17 more amendments have been added, addressing issues from ending slavery and guaranteeing equal protection to expanding voting rights and shaping presidential and congressional powers. The most recent amendment, ratified in 1992, deals with congressional pay and takes effect only after the next election of the House of Representatives. This total shows how the Constitution has evolved over time.

Twenty-seven amendments. The Constitution starts with the Bill of Rights—the first ten amendments ratified in 1791 to protect basic freedoms. Since then, 17 more amendments have been added, addressing issues from ending slavery and guaranteeing equal protection to expanding voting rights and shaping presidential and congressional powers. The most recent amendment, ratified in 1992, deals with congressional pay and takes effect only after the next election of the House of Representatives. This total shows how the Constitution has evolved over time.