Question

Select the correct text in the passage.

Read this excerpt from the US Constitution. Which portion of the text is an example of separation of powers?

We the People of the United States, in order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, (A. provide for the
common defence, promote the general Welfare,) and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this
Constitution for the United States of America.

Article. I.
Section 1.

All (B. legislative Powers here
Ich shall consist of a Senate and House of
Representatives.)

Amendment1

Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech,
or of the press; or (C. the right of the people peaceably to assemble), and to peilition the Government for a redress of grievances.
tum. All rights reserved.

Answer 1

B. legislative Powers here

Ich shall consist of a Senate and House of

Representatives.

Step-by-step explanation:

This divides the power between (at that time) the house and the Senate, making sure one faction cannot control the whole government.