Question

The Great Seal of the United States contains the phrase E Pluribus Unum. Which of these might best back up the use of this motto? A) the United States is made up of people from every continent B) one of the principles of the Constitution is a separation of powers C) the structure of the U.S. government is based on European institutions D) the Amendments to the Constitution guarantees basic rights to all people E

Answer 1

The phrase "E Pluribus Unum" actually means "out of many, one". So the answer choice that best fits that definition would be A! The reason why is because the phrase means that the U.S is composed of many, but that it's united.

Answer 2

The answer is: A) the United States is made up of people from every continent

The phrase ' E pluribus Unum' derived from Latin language. In English, it would mean 'out of many, one'. The phrase signify that United States was formed by immigrants from various continents in the world,and yet we are united under one national identity. The phrase itself was first adopted by American government through Act of Congress in 1782.