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Read carefully short essay prompt and respond in a minimum of 300 words written in academic English (this is the equivalent of 1.5 page, double-spaced, 12-point font, one-inch margins).

You will use your own voice and write in your own words! No quotes unless is really necessary.

Prompt:                                                                         

The separation of powers and checks and balances are two key features of the Constitution. Discuss why the Founders chose to include these institutional arrangements in the Constitution and how they function. In your answer, be sure to define what is meant by the separation of powers and checks and balances and to describe how each functions in the American political system.

Describe the origin of separation of powers and checks and balances.

In your answer, be sure to include what theorist’s most likely had influence on James Madison who imbedded those two features into current US Constitution. Provide sufficient evidence for your claim. 

Provide one example from the most current politics where:

-Legislative branch utilized its power to check on executive branch

-Executive branch utilized its power to check on judiciary branch

-Judiciary branch utilized its power to check on executive branch

 Assigned readings:

 Chapter 2

 Module 2 activities readings.

 Assigned readings presents sufficient resource to write this assignment although you may choose to use additional resources.

OYO 2 Assignment’s grading criteria:

1. Address all questions from the prompt   

2. Check for grammar and punctuation

3. Check for paper format (minimum word count, margins, font)

4. Quoted words should not exceed 5% of total text.

5. Use proper citations

6. Prior uploading, make sure to save your file in PDF or MS word format!

7. Pay attention to assignment deadline available at D2L calendar!

8. Please do not include prompt questions in your paper.