. Why did the Constitutional Framers come to believe it was
necessary to create a new constitution?
(Strengths/Weaknesses)
• What issues of the Constitutional Convention of 1787 were
resolved by compromises? (Virginia Plan/New Jersey Plan)
• What compromises were eventually reached at the convention?
(The Great Compromise)
Write a letter to the delegates at the Constitutional Convention
explaining why the Great Compromise is needed. The letter should
include details about the need for the compromise and the issues
surrounding the Virginia Plan and the New Jersey Plan.
1. Address your letter as Dear Delegates,
2. Explain your understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of
the Articles of Confederation and why you agree that there should
be a more unifying constitution
3. Show your understanding of the New Jersey and the Virigina plan
and how they are both right and both wrong.
4. End your letter with the Great Compromise and explain your
understanding of it and how you support it and why it is necessary
for the continuation of the writing of our constitution
5. Saluatations - Remember to SIGN YOUR NAME,
Students expect a well written clear and concise letter that includes proper