The phrase separation of powers means
a. separating the duties of the national and state governments.
b. creating institutions of government.
c. dividing governmental power into types and assigning each to a different institution of government.
d. outlining the duties of the government.
e. establishing checks and balances.
Question -2-What was the main reason Anti-Federalists distrusted a standing army?
a. They did not want to use tax money to support it.
b. They did not think it was necessary.
c. A standing army could be used against the people.
d. It was too difficult to regulate command of a standing army.
e. They feared that soldiers would always be quartered in citizens homes.
Question -3-According to the Federalists, which of the following was NOT an object that should be entrusted to the national government?
a. Common defense
b. Preservation of peace against external and internal threats
c. Regulation of interstate and foreign commerce
d. Conduct of foreign relations
e. Establishment of voting restrictions