The Written Language of the U

question 6

Multiple Choice

The written language of the U.S.Constitution can only be altered by

• A)holding a referendum and requiring a majority vote of citizens.
• B)the approval of the United Nations, the president, and Congress.
• C)a formal amendment process as stated within the document.
• D)writing a totally new constitution that includes the desired changes.
• E)the approval of all the state legislatures.

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Definitions:

Gideon v. Wainwright

A landmark case in which the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Sixth Amendment requires states to provide counsel in criminal cases for defendants unable to afford their own attorneys.

Defense Lawyer

A legal representative specializing in defending individuals and companies charged with criminal activity.

Self-Incrimination

The act of exposing oneself to prosecution by being forced to respond to questions or by providing evidence.

Alexei Kosygin

A Soviet statesman who served as the Premier of the Soviet Union, playing a key role in the country's politics during the Cold War era.