Question

what was the framers main reason for creating a strong federal government without removing all power from state governments? they thought they needed to give the states some powers to avoid revolt. they wished to limit government by dividing it. they wanted to model their government after countries in europe.

Explanation:

The framers of the U.S. Constitution were influenced by the principle of separation of powers and federalism. By creating a strong federal government while also leaving some powers to the states, they were implementing a system of divided government. This was a way to limit the power of the government. If all power was concentrated in one entity (either the federal government taking all power from states or vice - versa), there was a risk of tyranny. Dividing power between the federal and state governments was a safeguard against excessive power in any one part of the government structure.

Answer:

They wished to limit government by dividing it.