Question

ead the excerpt from the preamble to the Constitution. . . . [I]nsure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare. What is the goal of government according to the above excerpt of the preamble? 
A)The government is responsible for creating and maintaining a system that exists to serve state governments. 
B)The government is responsible for setting up and operating a system that eliminates the need for a strong federal government.
C)The government is responsible for preserving and enforcing the legal order. 
D)The government is responsible for protecting and supporting its citizens.

Answer 1

Based on this excerpt, the goal of the government would be to protect and support citizens. This is evident because of the phrasing " provide for the common defence." This implies that the American government is responsible for protecting American citizens by creating a defense system (like the military). The phrase "promote the general warfare" also displays letter choice D. "Promoting the general warfare" is a phrase that relates directly to helping and supporting American citizens.