Questions: U1W2 Constitution Mastery Check Step 1: Read and consider the principals and goals found in the Constitution we have discussed and interpreted this week. "We the people of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish justice, insure domestic tranquility, provide for the common defense, 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. Step 2 Read a part of this press release (LINK 'Federal Jury Finds Three Men Guilty...) While reading, consider what happened to the citizen and the actions of the federal government. How does what you read relate to our government's goals and purpose? Which one of the of Preamble goals can we see being carried out in this press release? The Press release is an example of the govemment carrying out 'domestic tranquility' because the law enforcement officials were on the scene to rescue the citizen who was being kidnapped and threatened. The Press release is an example of the government carnying out the goal of 'common defense' because the citizens were just defending their streets. The govemment found them innocent. The Press release is an example of the government trying to 'establish justice' because the citizens were held accountable and will be punished for their hate crimes. The government is defending all peoples right to feel safe in public spaces regardless of race. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

The answer is the third one: "The Press release is an example of the government trying to 'establish justice' because the citizens were held accountable and will be punished for their hate crimes. The government is defending all peoples right to feel safe in public spaces regardless of race."

Explanation for each option:

1. The Press release is an example of the government carrying out 'domestic tranquility' because the law enforcement officials were on the scene to rescue the citizen who was being kidnapped and threatened.

   • This option is incorrect because it focuses on the immediate actions of law enforcement rather than the judicial process. While law enforcement contributes to domestic tranquility, the press release is more about the judicial outcome.

2. The Press release is an example of the government carrying out the goal of 'common defense' because the citizens were just defending their streets. The government found them innocent.

   • This option is incorrect because it misinterprets the situation. The citizens were not found innocent; they were found guilty of hate crimes. Common defense typically refers to protection against external threats, not internal criminal actions.

3. The Press release is an example of the government trying to 'establish justice' because the citizens were held accountable and will be punished for their hate crimes. The government is defending all peoples right to feel safe in public spaces regardless of race.

   • This option is correct. The press release highlights the judicial process where individuals were held accountable for their actions, which aligns with the goal of establishing justice. It emphasizes the government's role in ensuring that all citizens can feel safe and protected under the law.

4. (No option provided)

   • There is no fourth option provided in the question text.

By focusing on the judicial process and the accountability of individuals for their actions, the press release exemplifies the goal of "establishing justice" as outlined in the Preamble of the Constitution.