Full Text of the US Constitution with Easy Explanations

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You can download a printable version of the full Constitution, including all 27 amendments and the Bill of Rights.

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What is the purpose of the U.S. Constitution?

The Constitution sets the rules for how the U.S. government works. It also protects basic rights for all Americans.

Who wrote the Constitution and when?

It was written in 1787 by delegates at the Constitutional Convention, including James Madison, often called the “Father of the Constitution.”

What is the Bill of Rights?

The Bill of Rights is the first 10 amendments to the Constitution. It lists key rights like freedom of speech and religion.

Why is the Constitution important today?

It still sets the rules for the U.S. government and protects citizens’ rights. It’s the highest law in the country.

How does the Constitution protect individual rights?

Through the Bill of Rights and later amendments, it protects speech, religion, privacy, and more.