The Preamble

Front

The __________________ is the highest law in the land.

Back

Constitution

Front

Which was NOT a purpose of the United States Constitution? Options: to outline a new government, to outline the laws people in the United States must follow, to outline the rights the people in the United States have

Back

to declare the country’s independence from England

Front

Who were the “framers” or “founding fathers” of the United States?

Back

the men who wrote the US Constitution

Front

Which is NOT a characteristic of the framers?
wealthy,
slave owners,
land owners,
loyalty to the King of England

Back

loyalty to the King of England

Front

What year was the constitution written and ratified?

Back

1787

Front

Why are the first three words of the Preamble of the Constitution, “We the people” important?

Back

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

Front

The phrase "establish justice" in the Preamble means _______________.

Back

begin fairness for all

Front

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

Back

promise that everything in our country will be peaceful

Front

The phrase "provide for the common defense" in the Preamble means ________________________.

Back

give protection to everyone

Front

The phrase "promote the general welfare" in the Preamble means ___________________________.

Back

care for those in need