6. Why did the Founders decide that it was important to clearly define the crime of treason in the Constitution? (1 point)

O to keep the government from abusing the charge

O because the president refused to write the law

O to keep people from committing treason

O because most people had never heard of it

The correct answer is "O to keep the government from abusing the charge". When the Founders were drafting the Constitution, they wanted to ensure that the charge of treason was clearly defined to prevent any potential abuse of power by the government. They understood that treason is a serious offense with severe consequences, and they wanted to establish specific criteria and requirements for its prosecution. By including a clear definition of treason in the Constitution, the Founders aimed to protect individuals from being charged with treason unjustly, thus safeguarding civil liberties and preventing potential tyranny.