Question

The Enlightenment idea of separation of powers led to
giving authority to the president and vice president.
granting a social contract between colonists and governments.
forming three branches of government in the United States.
forming a powerful government that could protect its people.

Answer 1

forming three branches of government in the United States.

Montesquieu's Enlightenment idea of separation of powers influenced the U.S. system by dividing government into legislative, executive, and judicial branches to prevent concentration of power.