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 thisConstitution for the United States of America.

Which statement reflects a main idea expressed in the passage?
A. All people in the United States have the right to vote for
representatives in government.
B. People have the right to establish a government independent from
Great Britain.
C. The federal government is responsible for maintaining peace and
security for the people.
D. State governments are permitted to establish taxes and maintain
the military.