Enlightenment+Influences+and+Preamble

Provide the answer as addressed by the Constitution. If possible, include the Article and section of the Constitution where the information can be found. John Locke argued that people have "natural rights". He assumed people to be good by nature having the freedom of life, liberty, and property.
 * 1) Which Enlightenment philosopher argued that people have "natural rights"? What did he say were these natural rights?**

The Bill of Rights, in the beginning of the Constitution, refers to such natural rights. Madison is credited with authoring the Bill of Rights.
 * 2) What document in our history refers to these natural rights (with a twist)? Who is credited with authoring that document?**

James Madison addressed the structure of government (legislative, executive, and judicial). Madison wanted to create a system of checks and balances in order to limit government actions/power.
 * 3) Which philosopher addressed the structure of government (think branches)? Why did he make this recommendation?**

The Preamble introduces that the Constitution serves to explain the people's justice, security, welfare, liberty, and prosperity. media type="youtube" key="Q_TXJRZ4CFc?fs=1" height="204" width="253"
 * 4) What are the purposes of the Constitution as outlined by the Preamble?**

It is important that the Legislative Branch is addressed by the First Article of the Constitution because it is established that there is a balance of powers, which ensures the people that authorities will not abuse their powers, creating a tyrannical government.
 * 5) Is it significant that the Legislative Branch is addressed by the First Article of the Constitution? Explain.**