Question

1. why was the central government divided into three branches?
2. what does each branch of government do?

a. legislative branch:
b. executive branch:
c. judicial branch:

1. what does checks and balances mean?

Explanation:

1. The central government was divided into three branches to prevent any one branch from having too much power, ensuring a system of checks - and - balances.
2. a. The Legislative Branch makes laws. b. The Executive Branch enforces laws. c. The Judicial Branch interprets laws.
3. Checks and balances is a system where each branch of government can limit the powers of the other branches, maintaining a balance of power.

Answer:

1. To prevent concentration of power and ensure checks - and - balances.
2. a. Makes laws.

b. Enforces laws.
c. Interprets laws.

1. A system of mutual limitations among government branches to maintain power balance.