Mod 6.1 - Principles and Preamble (Flashcardizz Review)

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What was the purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

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to identify the goals of the national government

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Why did the Preamble to the Constitution begin with the phrase, “We the People”?

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To indicate that the American people were the ultimate source of its authority

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What does insure domestic tranquility mean?

Back

Promise peace within our country

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What does secure the blessings of liberty mean?

Back

Protect the freedom for citizens

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What does establish justice mean?

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Create fairness

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What does provide for the common defense mean?

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Defend the country from enemies

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What does promote the general welfare mean?

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Encourage the well-being of all its people

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What does "a more perfect union" mean?

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The Constitution will unite the country better than the Articles of Confederation

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Which principle states citizens elect representatives to make the laws?

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Republicanism

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Which principle states the Constitution will protect people's rights? Options: Federalism, Republicanism, Individual Rights, Checks and Balances

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Individual Rights