Question

Read the quote. Then answer the question that follows.

“The judicial power ought to be distinct from both the legislative and executive, and independent upon both, that so it may be a check upon both, as both should be checks upon that.” – John Adams

Which of the following Enlightenment ideas does John Adams support in this quote?

A separation of powers
B limited government
C social contract
D natural law

Answer 1

I think it’s A, because it states “the judicial power ought to be distinct from both the legislative and executive, and INDEPENDENT,”

Answer 2

I think it's A

Step-by-step explanation:

I think this because the quote is talking about keeping things distinct witch is another work for separate