The+Preamble

The Preamble to the Constitution
(A **preamble** is an introductory statement in a document that explains the document's purpose and underlying philosophy. ) The preamble to the Constitution tells why it was written and what the founders intended the Constitution to accomplish. Watch the movie, and check the websites below. Then answer the questions on the We the People worksheet:

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The People- It is the people who create the government and the government exists for the people || //form a more perfect union//, //establish justice// //insure domestic tranquility// //provide for the common defense// //promote the general welfare//, and //secure the blessings of liberty// to ourselves and our posterity, ||< WHY what is the purpose of a Constitution? To form a strong nation To protect the rights and freedoms of the people To protect the people from outside threats To improve people's lives || Establish this Constitution || Further Reading:
 * < We the people of the United States ||< WHO?
 * < in order to
 * < do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America ||< WHAT?

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