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Question 16 • MI-Government/Civics 2023

According to the preamble to the Bill of Rights, what is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?

Answer
A
to explain the history of rights in the United States
B
to stop citizens from depriving others of their rights
C
to establish a system of equality for all Americans
D
to prevent the government from abusing its power

Explanation

The preamble says the amendments are intended to prevent the government from misconstruing or abusing its powers. The Bill of Rights protects people by placing limits on government, so the correct choice is “to prevent the government from abusing its power.”

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