Question

The Preamble to the U.S. Constitution begins

with the words "We the People of the United
States." Which of the following statements
reflects the influence of these words over time?
A:Even though the U.S. Constitution has been
amended 27 times, the people are still the
source of governmental power.

B:Since the adoption of the U.S. Constitution
in 1789, the people have always been the
source of government power, except during
times of war.
C:in the more than 200 years since the U.S.
Constitution was adopted, power has slowly
shifted from the people to the courts,

D:Because words on paper have little
meaning, the people have always had very
little power in the United States, except
during presidential elections,

Answer 1

A:Even though the U.S. Constitution has been

amended 27 times, the people are still the

source of governmental power.