Preamble to the Constitution: An Introduction to the U.S. Constitution

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the U.S. Constitution as stated in the Preamble?

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To protect the rights of individuals

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To form a more perfect Union

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To secure the blessings of liberty

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To promote the general welfare

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a goal stated in the Preamble?

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To regulate foreign affairs

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To ensure domestic tranquility

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To promote the general welfare

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To secure the blessings of liberty

Question 3

What is the significance of the phrase \"We the People\" in the Preamble?

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The Constitution is established by the citizens of the United States

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The Constitution is derived from divine authority

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The government is created by the states

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Only certain citizens have the right to participate in government

Question 4

Which word in the Preamble refers to the belief that the government should be accountable to the people?

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Consent

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Guarantee

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Establish

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Justice

Question 5

What is the significance of the phrase \"secure the Blessings of Liberty\" in the Preamble?

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It establishes the goal of protecting individual rights and freedoms

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It implies that liberty is an inherent right

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It suggests that liberty is granted by the government

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It is a statement of national pride

Question 6

How does the Preamble set the stage for the rest of the Constitution?

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It outlines the principles and goals that guide the document

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It defines the powers of each branch of government

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It provides a detailed plan for governing the country

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It establishes the structure of the government

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a key principle embedded in the Preamble?

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States' rights

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Popular sovereignty

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Limited government

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Individual rights

Question 8

How does the Preamble contribute to the enduring legacy of the Constitution?

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It articulates the timeless values and aspirations of the American people

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It provides specific legal protections that have been outdated

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It is only relevant to citizens living in the 18th century

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It is a historical document that has no relevance today

Question 9

What is the main purpose of the phrase \"promote the general Welfare\" in the Preamble?

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To ensure the well-being and prosperity of the nation and its citizens

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To promote individual self-sufficiency

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To establish a welfare state

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To protect the interests of the wealthy and powerful

Question 10

How does the Preamble reflect the Enlightenment ideals that influenced the founding fathers?

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It emphasizes reason, individual rights, and popular sovereignty

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It promotes traditional values and religious authority

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It advocates for a centralized and oppressive government

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It glorifies military power and conquest

Question 11

The primary purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution is to:

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Outline the goals and intentions of the newly formed government.

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Establish the rights and freedoms of citizens.

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Provide a historical account of the events leading to the Constitution's creation.

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List the specific powers of the different branches of government.

Question 12

Which principle is NOT explicitly stated in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

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Separation of powers

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Justice

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Popular sovereignty

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Domestic tranquility

Question 13

What is the significance of the phrase 'promote the general welfare' in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

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It indicates the government's responsibility to provide for the well-being of its citizens.

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It prohibits the government from interfering in individual rights.

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It establishes the supremacy of the federal government.

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It outlines the specific powers delegated to the different branches of government.

Question 14

Which is NOT a benefit of having a written Preamble to the Constitution?

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It allows for easy revision of the Constitution.

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It provides a clear statement of the government's purposes.

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It helps to ensure that the government remains accountable to the people.

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It makes the Constitution more accessible to citizens.

Question 15

Which is the main purpose of the Preamble to the Constitution?

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To introduce the document and outline the government's goals

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To establish the Bill of Rights

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To define the powers of the federal government

Question 16

Which concept is NOT mentioned in the Preamble to the Constitution?

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Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

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Common defense

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General welfare

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Domestic tranquility

Question 17

Which word in the Preamble implies that the government is created by the people?

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We

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Domestic

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General

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United

Question 18

How does the Preamble establish the basis for the Constitution?

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By outlining the goals and principles of the government

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By defining the rights of citizens

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By listing the powers of the president

Question 19

Which of the following is a significant benefit of having a written Preamble in the Constitution?

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It provides a clear statement of the government's purpose and principles.

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It prevents the government from making changes to the Constitution.

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It makes the Constitution more difficult to interpret.

Question 20

In what way does the Preamble reflect the Enlightenment principles of natural rights and popular sovereignty?

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It declares that the government's powers are derived from the consent of the people and are intended to protect their inherent rights.

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It defines the specific roles and responsibilities of each branch of government.

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It establishes a monarchy with limited powers.

Question 21

How has the Preamble been used to interpret and apply the Constitution?

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It has served as a guide for determining whether laws and government actions are in accordance with the Constitution.

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It has been used to restrict the right to free speech.

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It has been used to establish the death penalty as a mandatory punishment.

Question 22

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

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To state the goals and principles of the government established by the Constitution.

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To enumerate the rights and freedoms of citizens.

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To establish the structure and powers of the three branches of government.

Question 23

Which phrase in the Preamble signifies that the Constitution was created by the people?

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We the People

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United States of America

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In Order to Form a More Perfect Union

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Secure the Blessings of Liberty

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a goal mentioned in the Preamble to the Constitution?

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Guaranteeing equal economic opportunities for all citizens

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Ensuring domestic tranquility

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Establishing justice

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Promoting the general welfare

Question 25

According to the Preamble, what does the phrase 'promote the general welfare' refer to?

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The government's responsibility to advance the well-being and prosperity of its citizens.

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The government's duty to provide a comprehensive range of social services

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The government's power to regulate the economy

Question 26

How does the Preamble demonstrate the concept of popular sovereignty?

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By stating that the Constitution is established 'by the People'

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By establishing the three branches of government

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By listing the rights of citizens

Question 27

How does the Preamble guide the U.S. government's actions?

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Outlines goals, principles, and authority

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Creates a legal framework for resolving disputes

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Provides instructions on implementing policies

Question 28

'We the people' in the Preamble refers to:

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All U.S. citizens

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Elected representatives in Congress

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Only adult U.S. citizens

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The president and Supreme Court justices

Question 29

What concept is central to the phrase 'insure domestic tranquility' in the Preamble?

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Maintaining peace and order within the nation

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Guaranteeing equal rights

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Promoting economic prosperity

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Defending against foreign invasion

Question 30

What was the primary purpose of establishing the Constitution, according to the Preamble?

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To form a more perfect Union

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To guarantee individual rights

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To declare war on Great Britain

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To overthrow the monarchy

Question 31

The Preamble's use of the term 'posterity' suggests that the Constitution is meant to:

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Benefit people in the future

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Be revised or updated frequently

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Protect the rights of older people

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Only apply to the generation that created it

Question 32

Which of the following is a primary reason why the Preamble was placed at the start of the Constitution?

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To set forth the Constitution's guiding principles

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To serve as a table of contents

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To mislead readers about the Constitution's purpose

Question 33

The phrase 'provide for the common defense' in the Preamble implies that the Constitution aims to:

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Protect the nation against threats

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Declare the United States a pacifist nation

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Create a national police force

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Establish a dominant military

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT explicitly stated as a goal of the Preamble?

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To guarantee a job to every citizen

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To secure individual liberties

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To uphold justice

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To promote the general welfare

Question 35

The Preamble primarily serves as a(n):

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Introduction and guiding statement for the Constitution

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Legally binding document for all citizens

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Historical record of the nation's founding

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

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To set limits on the power of the legislative branch

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To establish justice

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To create a more united nation

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To ensure domestic peace and order

Question 37

What is the significance of the phrase 'We the People' in the Preamble?

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It asserts that the Constitution derives its authority from the citizens

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It restricts the government's powers

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It emphasizes the federal structure of the government

Question 38

Which of the following statements about the nature of the Constitution is consistent with the idea expressed in the Preamble?

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It is a flexible document that can be amended

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It is a rigid document that cannot be altered

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It is applicable only to the United States

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It is a religious document

Question 39

How does the Preamble contribute to the overall structure of the Constitution?

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It provides a framework for the organization and interpretation of the document

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It establishes the Bill of Rights

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It identifies the powers of the different branches of government

Question 40

Which of the following principles is NOT reflected in the Preamble?

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Federalism

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Limited government

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Individual rights

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Popular sovereignty

Question 41

How does the Preamble establish the foundations of American democracy?

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It asserts the rights of citizens and limits the powers of the government

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It sets up an aristocracy

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It creates a monarchy

Question 42

Which of the following is the best summary of the Preamble?

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A statement of the goals and principles of the U.S. government

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A list of the rights and freedoms guaranteed to citizens

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A detailed plan for the organization of the government

Question 43

How does the Preamble impact the interpretation of the Constitution?

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It provides a lens through which to understand the meaning and intent of the document

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It has no influence on the interpretation of the Constitution

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It overrules any other provisions in the Constitution

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution?

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To declare the nation's independence from Great Britain

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To ensure domestic tranquility

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To establish justice

Question 45

The phrase 'promote the general welfare' in the Preamble refers to:

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Promoting the well-being and prosperity of all citizens

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Establishing a strong military

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Protecting the rights of individuals

Question 46

Which of the following is a key concept expressed in the phrase 'secure the blessings of liberty'?

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Protecting and safeguarding fundamental freedoms

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Promoting economic growth

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Establishing a representative government

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Maintaining a balance of power between branches of government

Question 47

What is the primary purpose of the opening phrase in the Preamble, 'We the People'?

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To establish the source of authority for the Constitution

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To define the powers of the federal government

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To outline the specific rights guaranteed by the Constitution

Question 48

The Preamble introduces the document known as the:

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U.S. Constitution

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Bill of Rights

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Articles of Confederation

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Declaration of Independence

Question 49

Which of the following is a major goal outlined in the Preamble?

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To establish a more perfect union

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To grant women the right to vote

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To regulate interstate commerce

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To abolish slavery

Question 50

The Preamble emphasizes the importance of which of the following?

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Popular sovereignty

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Aristocratic rule

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Divine right

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Monarchy

Question 51

The phrase 'insure domestic tranquility' in the Preamble refers to:

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Maintaining peace and order within the nation

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Protecting against foreign threats

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Providing for a fair and impartial justice system

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Ensuring a stable economy

Question 52

Which of the following best describes the tone and language of the Preamble?

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Formal and aspirational

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Technical and legalistic

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Angry and denunciatory

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Casual and informal

Question 53

The Preamble not only outlines the goals of the government but also serves as a:

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Statement of principles and values

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Military declaration

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Legal contract

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Historical narrative