Which represents the Northern viewpoint during the Constitutional Convention in the argument over slaves and representation?

Question

Group of answer choices

We have a disadvantage if slaves are counted for government representation.

Part of our population is not represented in government and should not be counted.

Only citizens should be counted for the purpose of government representation.

We will be required to pay more taxes without government representation.

Answer 1

The statement that best represents the Northern viewpoint during the Constitutional Convention regarding slaves and representation is:

Only citizens should be counted for the purpose of government representation.

This perspective highlights the Northern states' argument that enslaved individuals, who were not considered citizens and had no rights, should not be counted when determining representation in Congress. Northern states were generally opposed to counting enslaved people for representation, as it would give Southern states more power in the legislature without corresponding rights for those enslaved individuals.