Origins of the American Government: Part Two — Test

Question 23 • CMS 2026-2027 Founding Principles of the US and NC: Civic Literacy CREDIT RECOVERY

How did the Enlightenment idea of separation of powers affect the US government?

Answer

The US limits its own power to create international treaties.

The US separates its power between federal and state governments.

The US Constitution separates the government into three branches.

The US Declaration of Independence ensures that no group has the most power.

Explanation

The Enlightenment idea of separation of powers divides government authority among distinct branches so that no one branch holds all the power. The US Constitution applies this idea by establishing the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. Dividing authority between federal and state governments is federalism, not separation of powers.

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