Question

Why was this congressional structure created by the framers of the Constitution?

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Responses

To follow the plan outlined in the Articles of Confederation
To follow the plan outlined in the Articles of Confederation

To reach a compromise between large and small states
To reach a compromise between large and small states

To reach a compromise between slave states and non-slave states
To reach a compromise between slave states and non-slave states

To implement the outcome of a popular vote

Answer 1

The congressional structure created by the framers of the Constitution was established primarily **to reach a compromise between large and small states**. This compromise resulted in the Great Compromise, which created a bicameral legislature consisting of the House of Representatives (based on population) and the Senate (with equal representation from each state).