How Did the Connecticut Compromise Solve Disagreements About Representation at the Constitutional Convention?

Overview

Historians review key events. In this lesson, students will explore the four key ideas about representation from the Constitutional Convention. They will learn about the key events that occurred and use evidence to answer the mystery question: "How did the Connecticut Compromise solve disagreements about representation at the Constitutional Convention?"

Grade Levels

• K-5

Learning Objectives

• Explain and identify four key ideas about representation from the Constitutional ConventionIdentify and take notes on key events that occurred at the Constitutional ConventionDiscuss and support reasons to explain: “How did the Connecticut Compromise solve disagreements about representation at the Constitutional Convention?”

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