The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution

What is the purpose of the Preamble to the US Constitution?

• To introduce the document and outline the goals of the new federal government

• To list the amendments of the Constitution

• To declare independence from Britain

• To establish the judicial system of the United States

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What are the first three words of the Preamble?

• To form a

• United States

• We the People

• In order to

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What does 'We the People' imply about the government?

• It is run by elected officials only

• It operates independently of the people

• It is controlled by a monarch

• The people are the source of government power

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What does 'to form a more perfect union' signify?

• To create a flawless country

• To ensure no conflicts arise within the states

• To improve upon America's first attempt at a national government

• To unite all countries under one government

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What is meant by 'establish justice' in the Preamble?

• To start a new form of government

• To form a new currency system

• To create a single law for all states

• To create a system where everyone is treated fairly

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What does 'ensure domestic tranquility' mean?

• To guarantee peace and order within the country

• To protect the country from foreign invaders

• To maintain a strict legal system

• To ensure economic stability

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What is the purpose of 'providing for the common defense'?

• To promote educational programs

• To establish a national police force

• To protect the country from external threats

• To create a healthcare system

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What does 'promote the general welfare' entail?

• Limiting the freedoms of the populace for the greater good

• Promoting only the welfare of government officials

• Ensuring the health, happiness, and prosperity of citizens

• Focusing on the country's economic growth

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What does 'secure the blessings of liberty' aim to achieve?

• To ensure freedom for the current and future generations

• To limit the powers of the government

• To establish a national religion

• To create a powerful military force

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What does the final phrase of the Preamble indicate about the Constitution?

• It was to be decided upon by the states

• It signifies the end of the document

• It was unanimously agreed upon by all

• It declared war on Britain

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