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The Bill of Rights — Quiz

Question 5 • Civics and Government

What was one purpose of the Preamble of the Bill of Rights?

Answer
A
To limit the power of the states.
B
To guarantee rights of the people.
C
To ensure government had unlimited power.
D
To express the desire to restrict government power.

Explanation

The Preamble to the Bill of Rights explains that amendments were proposed to prevent the government from misusing or overextending its powers. It describes the amendments as “restrictive clauses,” so one purpose was to restrict government power. Therefore, the correct choice is “To express the desire to restrict government power.”

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