SS.7.C.1.6 - Interpret the intentions of the Preamble of the Constitution. |
Vocabulary
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Defense
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method of protecting oneself
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Domestic
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Referring to something at home, not foreign
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Insure
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ensure, to make sure
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Justice
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A system of establishing what is legal and illegal by fair rules
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Ordain
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to establish something by law
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Posterity
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Future generations
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Preamble
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the introduction to the U.S. Constitution
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Tranquility
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peace
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Union
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something formed by combining parts, such as states into one country
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Welfare
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well-being
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16. Which part of the U.S. Constitution states the six purposes of government?
Bill of Rights
Article IV
Preamble
Article I
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17. In the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution, what is the meaning of the phrase "We the People"?
The people express their will through political parties.
The people express their will by directly creating laws.
Government receives taxes from the people and exists to support them.
Government receives its power from the people and exists to serve them.
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The statement below is from a historical document.
18. How is this statement reflected in the modern American political system?
Voters elect Congress members.
The Electoral College elects Congress.
Congress enforces policies.
The president enacts policies.
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Application Activity
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