American Government Study Guide

Lastly, the general welfare relates to having a system that allows every citizen a voice in government. If they have a voice and aren’t pleased with their current situation, the citizen can get actively in- volved in the political process. 2.5 Secure the Blessings of Liberty If there is one thing people attribute to the American way, it is centered around the idea of freedom. An individual’s freedom is an invaluable feeling that is often taken for granted. Many times, people don’t notice the freedoms they had until they are gone. The goal for the American government is to protect and guarantee those rights for all of their citizens. The government can legally protect the rights of its citizens by creating government structures that prevent domestic and foreign threats from taking those rights way. The government can protect lib- erty through the armed forces protecting the nation, but it can also do so through the judicial system. Since the courts have the �inal say on the constitutionality of laws, they also are the last line of defense to protect the freedoms guaranteed in the constitution. 2.6 Chapter 2 Review Questions 1. What goal of the preamble is about pro-

4. What goal of the preamble is about tak- ing care of the citizens of the nation? a. Insure Domestic Tranquility b. Provide for the Common Defense c. Promote the General Welfare d. Secure the Blessings of Liberty 5. What goal of the preamble revolves around fairness to the citizens? a. Establish Justice b. Provide for the Common Defense c. Promote the General Welfare d. Secure the Blessings of Liberty

tecting the freedoms of people? a. Insure Domestic Tranquility b. Provide for the Common Defense c. Promote the General Welfare d. Secure the Blessings of Liberty 2. What goal of the preamble is centered around the threat from foreign invaders? a. Insure Domestic Tranquility b. Provide for the Common Defense c. Promote the General Welfare d. Secure the Blessings of Liberty 3. What goal of the preamble is centered around the idea of keeping the peace be- tween citizens? a. Insure Domestic Tranquility b. Provide for the Common Defense c. Promote the General Welfare d. Secure the Blessings of Liberty

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