Preamble Vocabulary

the health, happiness, and fortunes of a person or group

• tranquility

• establish

• union

• welfare

What does "Preamble" refer to?

• A set of rules that explains how a government works.

• An introduction to a document that explains its purpose.

• The importance of something.

• To recognize or point out something.

the INTRODUCTION to the Constitution

• Preamble

• Article 1

• Article II

• Article III

Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government?

• Bill of Rights 

• Article IV

• Preamble 

• Article I 

The term 'justice' in the Preamble refers to:

• A) Fair treatment under the law

• B) Peaceful coexistence

• C) Economic prosperity

• D) National security

What does 'domestic tranquility' mean in the context of the Preamble?

• A) International peace

• B) Peace within the country

• C) Economic stability

• D) Cultural diversity

The word 'liberty' in the Preamble is best described as:

• A) Freedom from oppression

• B) Economic growth

• C) Military strength

• D) Political power

In the Preamble, 'posterity' refers to:

• A) Current citizens

• B) Future generations

• C) Government officials

• D) Foreign allies

The phrase 'common defense' in the Preamble means:

• A) Protecting the nation from external threats

• B) Promoting economic interests

• C) Ensuring educational opportunities

• D) Supporting cultural heritage

What is meant by 'general welfare' in the Preamble?

• A) The well-being of all citizens

• B) The wealth of the nation

• C) The power of the government

• D) The influence of the military