Principles and the Preamble — Quiz

Question 2 • MASTER COURSE U.S. Government

Read the excerpt from the preamble to the Constitution. Insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare. According to the excerpt, the responsibility of government is to

Answer

set up an operating a system that eliminates the need for a strong federal government.

maintain internal peace, and support citizens and protect them from foreign threats.

create and maintain a system that exists to serve state governments.

preserve and enforce internal law and order.

Explanation

“Insure domestic Tranquility” means maintaining peace within the country, while providing for the common defence means protecting the country from outside threats. Promoting the general Welfare also means supporting the well-being of the people. Together, these ideas best match the choice about maintaining internal peace and supporting and protecting citizens.

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