SS.7.CG.1.8

Explain the purpose of the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution. • Students will explain how the Preamble serves as an introduction to the U.S. Constitution (e.g., establishes the goals and purposes of government). • Students will identify the goals and purposes of the national government as set forth in the Preamble to the U.S. Constitution (i.e., form a more perfect union, establish justice, ensure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, promote the general welfare, and secure the blessings of liberty to ourselves and our posterity). • Students will recognize that the intention of the phrase “We the People” means that government depends on the people for its power and exists to serve them.