Constitutional Compromises

In the spring of 1787, delegates from twelve of the thirteen colonies arrived at Independence Hall, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with intent to revise or replace the Articles of Confederation. During the summer of 1787, these delegates drafted the Constitution, but not without difficulties. The representatives argued over the topics of representation in government, the presidency, and slavery.
There were two plans concerning representation in government: the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan. …