What does a system of checks and balances protect against

Which of the following was not a part of the armistice between germany and the allies? a. germany had to agree to the terms of the treaty of brest-litovsk. b. germany had to surrender its entire submarine fleet to the allies. c. kaiser wilhelm ii had to give his throne. d. all german troops had to be withdrawn from the western front.

The second reading at mass, is taken from which part in the bible? a) letters b) new testament c) old testament d) gospels

How has our understanding of the first sentence of the declaration of independence changed over time?