Question 15 of 22
1 Point
Read this passage from the U. S. Constitution:
We the People of the United States, in order to form a
more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic
Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the
general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to
ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this
Constitution for the United States of America.1
Which statement reflects a main idea expressed in the passage?
A. The federal government is responsible for maintaining peace and
security for the people.
B. All people in the United States have the right to vote for
representatives in government.
C. State governments are permitted to establish taxes and maintain
the military
D. People have the right to establish a government independent from
Great Britain