Outcome of the Great Compromise

Easy Period 3: 1754–1800 Constitutional Convention

During the Constitutional Convention of 1787, delegates from the various states gathered to address the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and craft a new governing document for the United States. One of the notable compromises reached was known as the Great Compromise, which aimed to balance the needs of both large and small states in the legislative process.

Which of the following best describes the outcome of the Great Compromise?

It established a unicameral legislature with equal representation for all states.

It created a bicameral legislature with the House of Representatives based on population and the Senate providing equal representation.

It disbanded the previous government structure and established a federal monarchy.

It allowed for direct election of the President by popular vote.

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