At the constitutional convention, smaller states eagerly supported the a.) new jersey plan. b.) articles of confederation. c.) virginia plan. d.) house of representatives.

I believe the answer is A the New Jersey Plan - I just took the test.

Explanation:

This provided the most representation for them as to not "drown them out" by the larger populations of the larger states.

i think it was because of how protected egyptian civilization was was which allowed them to evolve without much outside influence.