Separation of Powers
This principle of the U.S. Constitution divides powers into three separate groups, or branches, of government. The reason the Framers chose this was because they wanted to ensure that no one person or group of people had too much power. Their idea originated from the way the English government had developed into three separate groups: the monarchy, the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Instead the U.S. Constitution divides power into the executive branch, the legislative branch and the judicial branch. Each branch has its own unique responsibilities and powers, including powers over the other branches.
Illustrated Metaphor Hint – To help with your drawing, imagine something that has three different parts, each with its own unique characteristics, yet still a part of the whole.
This principle of the U.S. Constitution divides powers into three separate groups, or branches, of government. The reason the Framers chose this was because they wanted to ensure that no one person or group of people had too much power. Their idea originated from the way the English government had developed into three separate groups: the monarchy, the House of Lords and the House of Commons. Instead the U.S. Constitution divides power into the executive branch, the legislative branch and the judicial branch. Each branch has its own unique responsibilities and powers, including powers over the other branches.
Illustrated Metaphor Hint – To help with your drawing, imagine something that has three different parts, each with its own unique characteristics, yet still a part of the whole.