| A | B |
| Purpose of the Preamble | explains the purposes of the Constitutiono |
| form a more perfect union | improve on the union |
| establish justice | sets down what justice is |
| insure domestic tranquility | keep peace at home |
| provide for the common defense | defend the nation against foreign enemies |
| promote the general welfare | services to the people |
| secure the blessings of liberty | each generation must stand for liberty |
| limited government | gov. is not all powerful |