The Preamble: 1.5 Flashcards
1
Q
“we the people”
A
the government belongs to the people
2
Q
“form a more perfect union”
A
the nation should always be striving to improve
3
Q
“establish justice”
A
the law should be upheld/applied fairly
4
Q
“ensure domestic tranquility”
A
citizens should enjoy peaceful lives at home
5
Q
“provide for the common defense”
A
the nation is responsible for the protection of its citizens
6
Q
“promote the general welfare”
A
the nation is to encourage the well-being of its citizens
7
Q
“secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity”
A
the benefits and opportunities that freedom allows is for us, but also our descendants
