Describe how amendments have affected americans' participation in government. give specific examples from the lesson, including amendment names. brainstorm ideas for an amendment to the constitution. ask trusted adults and friends for their ideas. choose an amendment idea from your brainstorming activity. give your idea a title. explain what it will do and whom it will benefit the most. in your own words, explain the process that your amendment will have to follow to become law. if you prefer, you can design your own chart to show how this process works. in your own words, explain why this process is difficult to achieve but important to the nation.