Question

based on this table, which generalization can be made about constitutional amendments?
a they primarily deal with topics that follow established procedures and traditions.
b they primarily deal with topics relating to election cycles and limiting terms of office.
c they play an important role in expanding participation in the democratic process.
d they play an important role in expanding the power of publicly elected officials.

Explanation:

The Fourteenth Amendment grants citizenship and equal - process protection. The Fifteenth, Nineteenth, Twenty - third, and Twenty - sixth Amendments all expand voting rights (to men, women, District of Columbia residents, and 18 - year - olds). This shows an expansion of participation in the democratic process (voting is a key part of democracy).

• Option A: The amendments in the table are about expanding rights (not following traditions as they change the status - quo regarding voting and citizenship).
• Option B: There is no mention of election cycles or term limits in the table.
• Option D: The focus is on expanding the rights of citizens (voting, citizenship) not on expanding the power of elected officials.

Answer:

C. They play an important role in expanding participation in the democratic process.