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QuizMultiple Choice

Compromise and the Constitution

Question 8 • WV-US Studies

The result of the Great Compromise was a

Answer
A
unicameral Congress, with an equal number of representatives from each state.
B
bicameral Congress, with representation in one house restricted to large states.
C
unicameral Congress, with representation based on population.
D
bicameral Congress, with representation in one house based on population.

Explanation

The Great Compromise created a bicameral Congress, meaning it has two houses. Representation in the House of Representatives is based on each state’s population, while every state has equal representation in the Senate. Therefore, the correct choice is “bicameral Congress, with representation in one house based on population.”

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