According to the preamble to the Bill of Rights, what is the purpose of the Bill of Rights? A. to explain the history of rights in the United States
B. to stop citizens from depriving others of their rights
C. to establish a system of equality for all Americans
D. to prevent the government from abusing its power
The correct answer is D. to prevent the government from abusing its power.
The Bill of Rights was added to the Constitution to ensure the protection of individual liberties and limit the powers of the government, thereby preventing potential government overreach and abuse of authority over citizens’ rights. This foundational purpose is emphasized in the preamble of the Bill of Rights.