Use the quote to answer the question.

The accumulation of all powers legislative, executive and judiciary in the same hands, whether of one, a few or many, and whether hereditary, self appointed, or elective, may justly be pronounced.
the very definition of tyranny
-James Madison, Federalist Paper No 47
Why does James Madison argue for the separation of powers in the Federalist Papers?
(1 point)
Oto avoid an absolute, oppressive government
to ensure proper federalism
to maintain freedom from Great Britain
to avoid becoming a monarchy

To avoid an absolute, oppressive government