Many at the continental congress were skeptical of allowing presidents to be directly elected by the legislature because
they were worried about giving the legislature too much power
they feared the opportunities created for corruption
they knew the weaknesses of an electoral college
they worried about subjecting the commander-in-chief to public scrutiny

The correct option is : B. they feared the opportunities created for corruption

Explanation:

The Continental Congress was the provisional government structure of the United States of America in 1776, after attaining independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.

Many members of the Continental Congress, were doubtful about electing the president directly by the legislature. This was because they feared that it would allow or create opportunities for corruption.

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