The United States Comprehension - Supporting Evidence

What is the purpose of the system of checks and balances?

• To prevent any branch from becoming too powerful

• To ensure the equal distribution of power among the branches

• To allow the executive branch to have more authority

• To limit the power of the judicial branch

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What was the purpose of creating the United States Constitution?

• To establish the framework for the government

• To declare independence from Britain

• To outline the rights of the citizens

• To establish trade agreements with other countries

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Why was the Constitution created to replace the Articles of Confederation?

• To address the ineffectiveness of the Articles of Confederation in governing the country

• To establish a stronger central government

• To provide a framework for a more effective system of governance

• To ensure better coordination among the states

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Evaluating reasons and evidence

What fundamental rights and freedoms are guaranteed to the American people by the first ten amendments of the Bill of Rights?

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What does the Constitution outline?

• The structure of the government

• The three branches of government

• The legislative, executive, and judicial branches

• The creation of the United States Constitution

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