The U.S. Constitution outlines the structure and powers of the U.S. government in 7 articles. It establishes the legislative, executive, and judicial branches. The Great Compromise created a bicameral legislature with equal representation for states in the Senate and representation based on population in the House. There was debate between the Federalists, who supported a strong central government, and the Anti-Federalists, who wanted more state power and individual freedoms protected.