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What was the greatest challenge for the delegates at the constitutional convention

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Greatest challenge for the delegates at the constitutional convention:

Large and small states fought over representation in congress.Large states favored representation by population , while small states argued for equal representation by state. The delegates at the constitutional convention agreed to:

1. Publicize amendments to the articles of confederation as they were made.

2. Keep amendments to the constitution secret from the public.

3. Publicize the proceedings and abandon the constitution.

4. Keep the proceedings secret and abandon the articles of confederation.

That was based on the above statements. Because of the compromises delegates reached, the work of the constitutional

  • That was never approved by the states.
  • It led the country into a new war.
  • It was weaken the central government.
  • Sometimes , strengthened the central government. These can be greatest challenges for the delegates at the constitutional convention.
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