What did the Virginia Plan aim to improve the structure of the national government?

The Virginia Plan aimed to improve the structure of the national government by proposing a strong central authority with a bicameral legislature based on proportional representation, meaning states with larger populations would have more representatives. It sought to replace the Articles of Confederation, which created a weak federal government, by granting greater powers to the national government, including the ability to legislate, levy taxes, and enforce laws. The plan emphasized a separation of powers among the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to ensure a more effective governance structure. Ultimately, it laid the groundwork for the U.S. Constitution and the framework of the modern federal government.