The Connecticut Compromise Included Aspects of Both the Virginia and New

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Essay

The Connecticut Compromise included aspects of both the Virginia and New Jersey Plans and helped shape our current representational system in Congress. What did each plan emphasize vis-à-vis representation? Based on your assessment, how well has the compromise worked in terms of ensuring representation for both large and small states, today?

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Definitions:

Monocot

A group of flowering plants (angiosperms) characterized by having a single cotyledon (seed leaf), parallel-veined leaves, and flower parts typically in multiples of three.

Cactus

A family of plants (Cactaceae) well adapted to dry environments, characterized by thick, fleshy stems that store water.

Onions

Bulbous plants belonging to the genus Allium, known for their strong smell and pungent flavor, used both as a vegetable and a seasoning.

Male Cone's

Cone-bearing structures on male plants, especially conifers, which produce pollen as part of the reproductive process.