Question

which aspect of english government traditions did not influence leaders in the united states? a.an increase in centrally held power b.protection from arrest without cause c.freedom from quartering soldiers d.freedom to petition the government

Answer 1

An increase in centrally held powers.

Answer 2

The correct answer is A) An increase in centrally held power.

When the United States declared their independence from Great Britain, the last thing they wanted was another strong central government. One of the most significant reasons why they broke away from Britain was due to the power of King George III and his poor decision making. This is is why in the Articles of Confederation (the first US Constitution) the US creates a very small central government.