[header] How to cite the constitution [title] Create a sentence that needs a citation. [step] Your sentence will need a citation if you paraphrase or quote parts of the constitution. You can use information from the constitution to back up an argument, such as arguing for a certain freedom in an opinion paper. 
[substeps] For example, you might write the following: " in the united states, citizens are guaranteed the right to freedom of religion. " you may also write the following example that quotes the constitution: the u.s.