Question

the authors of the us constitution included which two features as ways to limit the power of any one person in the government?
□ powers are shared across three branches of government.
□ the president, a civilian, is the commander in chief of the military.
□ leaders are identified by the people, rather than by divine birthright.
□ congress has powers that individual states do not have.
□ citizens have the right to file grievances with their government.
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Explanation:

To determine features limiting government power:

1. "Powers are shared across three branches" (separation of powers/checks and balances, limits one branch’s power).
2. "Leaders are identified by the people, not divine birthright" (popular sovereignty, prevents autocratic power via birthright).

Other options: "President as Commander in Chief" describes a role, not a power - limiting feature; "Congress has unique powers" focuses on federal - state division, not individual power limits; "Citizens filing grievances" is a citizen right, not a power - limiting mechanism for government officials.

Answer:

• Powers are shared across three branches of government.
• Leaders are identified by the people, rather than by divine birthright.