Florida Civics EOC Practice Test

What was the basis of the Virginia Plan's proposed legislative representation?

1. Equal representation for all states

2. Representation based on state income

3. Representation based on population

4. A single legislative house

The correct answer is: Representation based on population

The basis of the Virginia Plan's proposed legislative representation was representation based on population. This means that states with larger populations would have more representatives in the legislative house, giving them more power and influence in decision-making. The plan also proposed a bicameral (two-house) legislature, with the first house being elected by the people and the second house being chosen by the first house. This arrangement was seen as fairer for larger states and allowed for better representation of the people's interests. Option A is incorrect because it suggests equal representation for all states, which was actually proposed by the New Jersey Plan. Option B is incorrect because it suggests representation based on state income, which was not a factor in the Virginia Plan. Option D is incorrect because it suggests a single legislative house, which was not part of the Virginia Plan's bicameral system.