The French philosopher Baron de Montesquieu believed that the power of a government __________.

A. should never be used to tax the people

B. comes from the consent of the people it is governing

C. was best divided into three separate branches

D. belongs in the hands of only nobles and church leaders

***My answer: C. best divided into three separate branches

am i right?? :D

Question

The French philosopher Baron de Montesquieu believed that the power of a government __________.

  A.     should never be used to tax the people

   B.    comes from the consent of the people it is governing

   C.    was best divided into three separate branches

   D.    belongs in the hands of only nobles and church leaders

***My answer: C. best divided into three separate branches

am i right?? :D

anonymous · Answer

Yes he is famous for his views on the separation of power in the government

anonymous · Answer

so yes?? my answer is C ?? @Sheng

anonymous · Answer

yep, you got it!

anonymous · Answer

great! thanks :)