Preamble and Three Branches of Government

The preamble to the U.S. Constitution introduces one of the basic principles of government in the United States. An excerpt from the preamble to the U.S. Constitution is shown.

"We the People of the United States . . . do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America."

​Which basic principle of government is introduced in the Preamble?

• federalism

• limited government

• popular sovereignty

• checks and balances

What are the 3 separate, but equal, branches of government known as? (SELECT THREE ANSWER CHOICES)

• Executive Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Congressional Branch

• Judicial Branch

Why are the first three words of the Preamble, "We the People" important?

• It illustrates how the people have no voice in government

• It illustrates how the purpose of the government is to serve the president

• It illustrates how the purpose of the government is to serve the people

• It illustrates how the King is in charge of the government

For us and our future generations would describe which part of the Preamble?

• secure the blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity

• promote the general welfare

• do ordain and establish this Constitution

• It is not stated

The phrase "insure domestic tranquility" in the Preamble means...

• promise that everything in our country will be peaceful

• provide fairness for all

• give protection to everyone

• care for those in need

Branch that interprets the laws

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Congress

Branch that makes the laws

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• President

What is the main purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

• To outline the structure of the government

• To introduce the Constitution and state its purpose

• To list the rights of the citizens

• To describe the amendments

Which branch of government is responsible for enforcing the laws?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

• Senate

What does the phrase 'establish Justice' in the Preamble signify?

• To create a fair legal system

• To ensure peace within the country

• To provide for the common defense

• To promote economic growth