2c Preamble

When the United States Army defends our country, it is fulfilling one purpose of our government listed in the

• Bill of Rights.

• Preamble to the Constitution

• Charters of the Virginia Company of London

• Virginia Declaration of Rights

The Preamble to the Constitution tells the goals and purposes of government. What is NOT a purpose or goal of our government?

• to establish justice

• the create an economy

• to ensure domestic peace

• to form a union

The Preamble to the Constitution established that the power of the government comes from the __________.

• courts

• people

• president

• legislators

Domestic Tranquility means ....

• everyone has lots of money

• peace with other countries

• peace within the country

Which statement represents the goal "to provide for the common defense?"

• To protect our basic freedoms

• To maintain a healthy and safe environment

• To protect each state from another state

• To protect the country from outside enemies

Which part of the United States Constitution states why the Constitution was written?

• The Bill of Rights

• First Amendment

• The Preamble

• Article I

Public schools, hospitals, and fire departments are examples of what purpose of government?

• Establish justice

• Provide for the common defense

• Ensure domestic tranquility

• Promote the general welfare

Which phrase represents the goal "to establish justice?"

• To defend the nation from outside threats

• To keep the peace within the country

• To make fair laws that apply to everyone

• To provide a safe and healthy environment for all

Which statement represents the goal "to promote the general welfare?"

• To bring the country together

• To maintain a safe and healthy environment

• To create a system of fair laws

• To protect our basic freedoms

Which statement represents the goal "to secure the blessings of liberty?"

• To keep the peace with in the country

• To bring the country together

• To create a system of fair laws

• To protect our basic freedoms