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This The Question of Representation at the 1787 Convention lesson plan also includes:
- Activity One: Plans for Representation and the Question of Authorization (.pdf)
- Activity Two: Bicameralism, Modes of Election and the “Rule of Suffrage” in Congress (.pdf)
- Activity Three: The Connecticut Compromise: “partly national, partly federal” (.pdf)
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While the Constitution is considered enshrined today, its current form is the result of haggling at a secret convention in 1787. Using transcripts from the meetings and various plans as drafted by the delegates, class members unpack the compromises that led to the current Constitution. Resource includes excerpts and discussion questions.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use role-playing activity to explore the perspectives of those at the Constitutional Convention
- Offer primary sources and worksheets to analyze the various proposals at the convention
Classroom Considerations
- Resources is second of three in a Constitutional Convention unit
Pros
- Resource builds primary source analysis skills
- Activities can be used a unit or individually
Cons
- Lesson plan side steps the issue of slavery
- Reading material is difficult for most pupils at this level