In simple terms, describe the ways that the Constitution can be amended.

two to three sentences

The Constitution can be amended through a multi-step process. First, a proposal must be made with either two-thirds vote in both houses of Congress or by a constitutional convention called for by two-thirds of state legislatures. After that, the proposed amendment must be ratified by three-fourths of state legislatures or through conventions held in three-fourths of the states.

One sentence, please

The Constitution can be amended through a proposal by Congress with a two-thirds majority vote and subsequent ratification by three-fourths of state legislatures.

simple terms

The Constitution can be changed by having Congress suggest an amendment with a big majority vote and then getting most state lawmakers to agree.

Which rights does the First Amendment protect?

The First Amendment protects several fundamental rights, including the freedom of speech, freedom of the press, freedom of religion, freedom of peaceful assembly, and the right to petition the government for grievances.