Question

Why did the Framers of the Constitution opt for a federal style of government?(1 point)
Responses

The Framers believed that different levels of government were needed for different states and territories.
The Framers believed that different levels of government were needed for different states and territories.

The Framers believed that a government with three different levels would best serve the different interests and needs of all citizens.
The Framers believed that a government with three different levels would best serve the different interests and needs of all citizens.

The Framers believed that each level of government should have the same amount of power to meet citizens’ needs.
The Framers believed that each level of government should have the same amount of power to meet citizens’ needs.

The Framers believed that a local government should have more power than other levels of government.

Answer 1

The second response is correct: The Framers believed dividing power among (national, state, and local) levels would best serve different interests and needs and help prevent concentration of power and tyranny.