11 Questions
What was the issue of representation that sparked a debate at the Constitutional Convention?
Ensuring fair representation of the states in Congress
What was James Madison's proposed solution to the issue of representation?
The Virginia Plan
What was the New Jersey Plan's approach to representation in Congress?
Equal representation for all states
What was the main outcome of the Great Compromise?
A bicameral legislature with a House of Representatives and a Senate
How did the Great Compromise address the issue of representation?
By providing for representation based on both population and equal representation for all states
What was the primary concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the ratification of the Constitution?
They feared a strong national government and wanted the power to remain with the states.
Who supported the ratification of the Constitution and why?
States with weak economies, as they liked the idea of the national government regulating trade.
What was a key argument put forward by the Anti-Federalists against the Constitution?
They wanted state governments to give up power to a strong national government.
What group of people did not support the ratification of the Constitution?
Rural dwellers and states with strong economies
Who were the Anti-Federalists?
Those who wanted the power to remain with the states and feared a strong national government
What was a key concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the Constitution?
Lack of description of guaranteed rights of states or citizens
Test your knowledge on the debate over fair representation in Congress, featuring the Articles of Confederation, the Virginia Plan, and more.
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