Principles And The Preamble

Question 1

Why did the constitution create a separation of powers for the national government?

Answer 1

To prevent the government from being controlled by one branch

Question 2

“… Ensure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare” - The Preamble
What is the goal of government according to the above excerpt of the preamble?

Answer 2

The government is responsible for protecting and supporting its citizens

Question 3

How does a writ of habeas corpus safeguard individual freedom?

Answer 3

By allowing the accused to request a trial by jury

Question 4

“And secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity” - Preamble
Accords to this excerpt of the preamble, who were freedoms and rights established for?

Answer 4

Framers of the Constitution and future generations

Question 5

To which branch of government does the power to interpret laws and apply the Constitution to the law belong?

Answer 5

Judicial

Question 6

The president vetoes a bill proposed to become law by congress. In this situation, what is the purpose of this power?

Answer 6

To limit the power of the legislative branch

Question 7

According to the preamble, where does the power of the government come from?

Answer 7

The people

Question 8

The framers of the constitution wrote the preamble to…

Answer 8

Introduce the core ideas of the new government

Question 9

The constitution regulates government powers by

Answer 9

Providing guides and limits to the government’s power

Question 10

What is the best description of a role of the excutive branch?

Answer 10

Enforcing laws