History

How many articles are in the U.S. Constitution?

7 articles

Background

The U.S. Constitution was written in 1787 in Philadelphia. Its seven articles set out how the country works. They describe Congress, the president, and the courts. With about 4,500 words it is one of the shortest constitutions in the world.

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