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Representation Debate in Congress

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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 Signup and view all the answers

How did the Great Compromise address the issue of representation?

By providing for representation based on both population and equal representation for all states Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

Who supported the ratification of the Constitution and why?

States with weak economies, as they liked the idea of the national government regulating trade. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

What group of people did not support the ratification of the Constitution?

Rural dwellers and states with strong economies Signup and view all the answers

Who were the Anti-Federalists?

Those who wanted the power to remain with the states and feared a strong national government Signup and view all the answers

What was a key concern of the Anti-Federalists regarding the Constitution?

Lack of description of guaranteed rights of states or citizens Signup and view all the answers