Goals of the Constitution
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What is the primary purpose of the Constitution in relation to 'establishing justice'?

  • To create a system where all citizens are treated fairly, regardless of their background (correct)
  • To guarantee the right to a fair trial
  • To ensure the government has the power to enforce the law
  • To establish a system of courts to resolve legal disputes

    • How does the Constitution address the goal of 'insuring domestic tranquility'?

  • By guaranteeing freedom of speech
  • By creating a system of checks and balances
  • By giving the federal government the power to provide relief during disasters (correct)
  • By ensuring the right to bear arms

    • Which of the following best illustrates the Constitution's goal of 'providing for the common defense'?

  • The creation of a standing military under civilian control (correct)
  • The establishment of a system of federal courts
  • The establishment of a system of checks and balances
  • The protection of individual freedoms

    • How does the Constitution aim to 'promote the general welfare'?

    <p>By giving the government the means to address issues affecting the well-being of its citizens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary motivation behind the Framers' goal of 'securing the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity'?

    <p>Their experiences during the American Revolution (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Constitution aims to create a 'more perfect union' by:

    <p>Balancing the powers of the federal and state governments (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the Constitution's goal of 'establishing justice' relate to the other goals?

    <p>Justice is essential for maintaining order and protecting individual liberty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a goal of the US Constitution?

    <p>To promote economic equality among all citizens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Goals of the Constitution

    • Perfect Union: The framers aimed for a balance between state and federal laws, addressing unique state issues while upholding shared national goals.
    • Establish Justice: A uniform legal system was needed to fairly resolve disputes, regardless of race, religion, gender, or national origin.
    • Ensure Domestic Tranquility: The government's power includes maintaining peace and order, handling disasters, and enforcing laws.
    • Provide for the Common Defense: Every nation has a duty to protect citizens from foreign attacks. A standing army and navy were formed with civilian control to balance this power.
    • Promote the General Welfare: The government's role is to improve citizens' well-being, e.g., the CDC fighting disease.
    • Secure the Blessings of Liberty: The Constitution upholds freedom for present and future generations, stemming from the Revolutionary War.

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    Explore the fundamental objectives that the framers of the Constitution aimed to achieve. This quiz covers the principles of a perfect union, justice, domestic tranquility, defense, general welfare, and liberty. Test your understanding of how these goals shape the structure of the U.S. government.

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