Poly Sci: Understanding the U.S. Constitution

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How does a written constitution ensure the rule of law in a nation?

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By establishing that laws, not individuals, govern the nation

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In what way does a written constitution protect individual rights?

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By listing rights guaranteed to citizens and limiting government interference

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Analyze how a written constitution promotes stability and order within a nation.

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By creating clear guidelines for resolving disputes and governing effectively

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Evaluate the importance of including mechanisms for amendments in a written constitution.

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It enables the constitution to adapt to societal changes.

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How does the federal government establish justice according to the U.S. Constitution?

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By ensuring fair application of the law through federal courts

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Discuss how the federal government ensures domestic tranquility.

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By maintaining peace and order through agencies like the FBI and Homeland Security

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Analyze the role of the federal government in providing for the common defense.

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By overseeing defense budgets and strategies to protect the nation

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Evaluate how the federal government promotes the general welfare of its citizens.

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By implementing programs like Social Security and regulating industries

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How does the federal government secure the blessings of liberty for its citizens?

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By protecting individual rights through laws and the Bill of Rights

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Discuss the significance of forming a more perfect union as outlined in the U.S. Constitution.

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By uniting states under a single federal government while respecting state authority