Constitutional Compromises

Front

What was the main task of the delegates at the Constitutional Convention?

Back

To create a new framework of government

Front

What would happen if the number of representatives was based on a state's population?

Back

Larger states would have control over the legislative branch

Front

What was the concern if each state had an equal number of representatives?

Back

Smaller states would have greater influence

Front

What type of legislature did the Virginia Plan call for?

Back

Bicameral

Front

According to the Great Compromise, how would membership in the House of Representatives be determined?

Back

Based on a state's population

Front

According to the Great Compromise, how would membership in the Senate be determined?

Back

Two representatives from each state

Front

Why did Northern delegates argue that enslaved population should be counted when it came to taxation?

Back

Because the taxes would be based upon the state's population

Front

How many out of every 5 enslaved people would be counted for representation and taxation according to the Three-Fifths Compromise? Options: 1 out of every 5, 2 out of every 5, 3 out of every 5, 4 out of every 5

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3 out of every 5

Front

What was the main argument of Southern states regarding the counting of enslaved people in the population?

Back

Enslaved people should be counted for representation but not for taxation

Front

Who made the statement about the impropriety of representing men who have no will of their own? Options: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton, James Madison

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Alexander Hamilton