America's Book of Historical Facts

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Great Compromise 2 parties coming to a head But both want different things So they came to an agreement And enjoyed the benefits they bring Big Virginia said “National Government” And “Representation by how many people we got!” But smaller states saw that as unfair It made their tempers boiling hot Little New Jersey said “put states in charge!” “And give us equal representation!” Could there be a way To bring peace to this new nation? So they made a compromise This held the drama at bay So now they had equal representation and power Which we still have today By: Ms. B. Rogers & Danny Rendon


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