Question

founding documents and citizenship of the united states
name: dulu zuniga date: 8 - 29 - 25 class period: 1st
directions: briefly answer the following questions in your own words.

1. what was the main purpose of the declaration of independence?

to justify rebellion against king george the 3rd

1. what is the main purpose of the u.s. constitution?

to guard against a central authority
part 2: constitution responsibilities – word bank fill - in - the - blank
directions: use the word bank to complete the sentences below. each term will be used once.
word bank:
defense - government - law - federalism - checks and balances - civic duty - tranquility

1. the responsibilities of citizens like being informed and voting in elections is known as ____________.
2. one purpose of the constitution is to \ensure domestic ____________,\ meaning to keep peace within the country.
3. a strong, fair ____________ helps maintain order and protect citizens.
4. the constitution divides power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, a system known as ____________.
5. the constitution allows for the rule of ____________, ensuring everyone is treated equally and fairly.
6. it also promotes general welfare and provides for the common ____________.
7. the system of government that is controlled by two levels: state and federal is known as ____________.

part 3: articles i, ii, and iii – responsibilities
directions: use the word bank to complete the blanks about the responsibilities of each branch of government.
word bank: - senate - commander - in - chief - federal courts - veto - interpret - impeach - override - appoint - make laws - house of representatives

1. article i creates the legislative branch, which includes the __________ and the __________.
2. the main job of the legislative branch is to ____________.

Explanation:

1. The Declaration of Independence aimed to justify the American colonies' rebellion against British rule under King George III by stating their rights and reasons for separation.
2. The main purpose of the U.S. Constitution is more complex than just guarding against central authority. It creates a framework for government, divides powers, protects rights, and more.

3.

• Civic duty encompasses the responsibilities of citizens like being informed and voting.
• The Constitution aims to ensure domestic tranquility to keep peace within the country.
• A strong, fair government helps maintain order and protect citizens.
• The division of power among the three branches is known as checks and balances.
• The Constitution allows for the rule of law to ensure equal and fair treatment.
• It promotes general welfare and provides for the common defense.
• Federalism is the system of government with state and federal levels.

4.

• Article I creates the Legislative Branch which includes the Senate and the House of Representatives.
• The main job of the Legislative Branch is to make laws.

Answer:

1. The main purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to justify the American colonies' separation from British rule under King George III by stating their natural - rights and grievances.
2. The main purpose of the U.S. Constitution is to create a framework for government, divide powers among branches, protect individual rights, and promote the general welfare.

3.

• 1. civic duty
• 2. tranquility
• 3. government
• 4. checks and balances
• 5. law
• 6. defense
• 7. federalism

4.

• 1. Senate; House of Representatives
• 2. make laws