Answer:
A) they did not want these powers to be controlled by just one man or one group
Explanation:
They want the government to be split into equal powers with checks and balances that way one group is not more over powered than the others so the government system could be more fair and just.
Answer:
yes
Explanation:
President Polk ordered the commander of the U.S. Army in Texas, Zachary Taylor, to move his forces into the disputed area near the Rio Grande River. The river formed part of the border between Texas and Mexico. Polk sent a representative to Mexico in an effort to re-establish diplomatic relations.
At least in my opinion, no. The attack was aimed to scare the Americans into not declaring war. It had the opposite effect.
