According to its Preamble, the purpose of the U. S. Constitution was “to form a more perfect union.” What did the founding fathers mean when they used this phrase? A. The Constitution would establish a peaceful society in which European and Native Americans could coexist.

B. The Constitution would protect individuals and groups from foreign enemies, at all costs.

C. The Constitution would more effectively unite the thirteen separate states under one central government.

D. The Constitution would create a detailed system of laws that would be used to settle court cases.