Why does the constitution call for three branches of government?

so that the government does not become overpowered

Explanation:

Each branch does one thing for the goverment so its easier for america and them. Along the same lines, the three branches help to insure that no branch, and no individual person, can get too powerful.

Explanation:

The three branches of the U.S. government are the legislative, executive and judicial branches

mount st. helens in washington erupts, causing a massive avalanche and killing 57 people on this day in 1980. ash from the volcanic eruption fell as far away as minnesota. seismic activity at mount st. helens, which is 96 miles south of seattle, began on march 16.