Understanding the U.S. Constitution

In which year did the founding fathers draft the Constitution?

• 1776

• 1800

• 1787

• 1790

What is the primary purpose of the Constitution as mentioned in the video?

• To keep people free

• To outline the government's structure

• To establish laws

• To declare independence

What does the preamble aim to establish?

• A monarchy

• A perfect union

• A new currency

• A military base

Which of the following is a goal mentioned in the preamble?

• Increase taxes

• Establish justice

• Reduce population

• Support monarchy

What does 'ensure domestic tranquility' mean in the context of the preamble?

• Prevent external wars

• Maintain peace within the country

• Promote international trade

• Build more houses

What is meant by 'provide for the common defense'?

• Protect against disease

• Support economic growth

• Defend against foreign attacks

• Fund public education

What does 'promote the general welfare' include according to the preamble?

• Support health and happiness of the population

• Increase job opportunities

• Promote sports

• Build infrastructure

What does 'secure the blessings of liberty' aim to protect?

• Freedom of speech and rights

• Business interests

• Land ownership

• Educational reforms

Who are meant by 'ourselves and our posterity' in the preamble?

• Current and future generations

• Politicians only

• Founding fathers

• Foreign allies

For whom was the Constitution established?

• For the European Union

• For the United States of America

• For the United Nations

• For the British Empire