Question

1. what is the process called by which the constitution can be changed?

a. executive order
b. judicial review
c. formal amendment
d. legislative veto

1. how many amendments does the u.s. constitution currently have?

a. 10
b. 27
c. 33
d. 50

1. which of the following is an example of constitutional change by other means?

a. ratifying a new amendment
b. proposing an amendment in congress
c. supreme court decisions
d. state conventions

1. what is the system of government called where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units?

a. autocracy
b. federalism

Explanation:

1. Changing the Constitution through a proper, established process is called formal amendment. Executive orders, judicial review, and legislative vetoes are different processes not related to changing the Constitution in this way.
2. The U.S. Constitution currently has 27 amendments.
3. Supreme - Court decisions can interpret and thus change the practical application of the Constitution without a formal amendment. Ratifying a new amendment and proposing an amendment in Congress are formal amendment processes, and state conventions are related to the ratification of amendments.
4. Federalism is the system where power is divided between a central authority and constituent political units. Autocracy is a system with a single ruler having absolute power.

Answer:

1. c. Formal amendment
2. c. 27
3. c. Supreme Court decisions
4. b. Federalism