This excerpt is the Preamble of the U. S. Constitution. We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union,
establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common
defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty
to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for
the United States of America.
—U. S. Constitution
Based on the excerpt, what is the meaning of the phrase “form a more perfect
Union”?
A The government would treat all people fairly and equally under the law.
B The government would promote liberty and freedom for all Americans.
C The government would bring the states together to act as a single nation
for the good of all.
D The government would protect citizens from conflict in the country and
prevent civil war.