Chapter 3 - The Constitution

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The beginning of the Constitution is called...

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Preamble

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First and failed plan for government for the United States of America

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the Articles of Confederation

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In the Preamble, We the People means the ___

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Constitution was written for all the people of the United States

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The promise from the Preamble that describes our military is ___.

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provide for the common defense

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The promise from the Preamble that describes our freedom is ___?

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secure the blessings of liberty

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The promise from the Preamble that mentions the idea of fairness is ___.

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establish justice

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The promise from the Preamble that describes peace in our country is ___. Options: establish justice, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, insure domestic tranquility

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insure domestic tranquility

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The theory of government where one branch has power to keep another branch of government from becoming too powerful is called?

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Checks and Balances

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Dividing the government into 3 specific branches is called?

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Separation of Powers

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The phrase that "No one is above the law" is known as what?

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Rule of Law