Which statement best expresses what Lincoln means by the phrase have wisely given their public servants but little power for mischief, in paragraph 6?

Question

U.S. states have the right to secede if they do not agree with the federal government.

There are laws that control every aspect of what politicians can and cannot do.
There are laws that control every aspect of what politicians can and cannot do.

The Constitution limits power to any one group by designating three branches of government.

U.S. citizens have made sure that their public servants cannot waste time while they are supposed to be working.

Answer 1

I believe it is this:

The Constitution limits power to any one group by designating three branches of government.