We the People of the United States in order to form a more perfect union, establish justice, and secure the blessings of liberty…, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

—Preamble to the United States Constitution

Which of the following best reflects the purpose of government as established in the Preamble to the Constitution?


Federal government ensures the rights and freedoms of all citizens

Federal government ensures the rights and freedoms of all citizens,

Executive and legislative branches of government are combined

Executive and legislative branches of government are combined,

States should raise armies to protect state borders

States should raise armies to protect state borders,

Federal Government should create a fair system of taxation