Principles of American Government · Official question 4
The U.S. Constitution starts with the words “We the People.” What does “We the People” mean?
Accepted answers
- Self-government
- Popular sovereignty
- Consent of the governed
- People should govern themselves
- (Example of) social contract
Source: 128 Civics Questions and Answers (2025 version) · M-1778 (09/25) · Reviewed Sept. 3, 2026