Quarter 2 Review

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Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government? Options: Bill of Rights, Article IV, Preamble, Article I

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Preamble

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Which intention of the Preamble is reflected in the statement made by President Lyndon B. Johnson: "I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your President."? Options: Government holds frequent elections, Government exists to serve the people, Government promotes the general welfare, Government provides for the common defense

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Government exists to serve the people

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What does the phrase "insure domestic tranquility" in the Preamble of the Constitution mean?

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Keep the homeland at peace

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Which goal of the Preamble does the following scenario match? The Founding Fathers created a Constitution with a separation of powers: three branches that are responsible for different tasks, all checking and balancing each other. After the tyranny they experienced under King George, the Founders wanted to make sure no part of their new government could get too powerful.

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In Order to form a more perfect union

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Which government purpose identified in the Preamble is reflected in the headline?

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Insure domestic tranquility

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What does the phrase "establish justice" in the Preamble of the Constitution mean?

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To create a fair and honest court system

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This diagram shows the purpose of government according to the Preamble of the Constitution. Which phrases complete the diagram?

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depends on people; serve the people

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For what purpose did the Framers write the Constitution?

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To replace the Articles of Confederation

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What is the Preamble?

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The Preamble explains the purpose and goals of the Constitution.

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How does the system of checks and balances reinforce the separation of powers?

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by giving each branch of government powers to limit the other branches