USA HISTORY

LIFE IN ANTEBELLUM AMERICA 1807 1861

ABOLITIONIST MOVEMENT IMPORTANT FIGURES IN THE FIGHT TO END SLAVERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The Great Awakening spread the idea that slavery was a morally ____ practice.
A
wrong
B
right
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It spread the idea of slavery as a morally wrong practice. It made enslaved people increasingly resistant to their enslavers’ wishes. It portrayed antislavery leaders as brave, heroic figures. It taught cultural values and ideas to uneducated enslaved people.

Detailed explanation-2: -Effects of the Great Awakening The Great Awakening notably altered the religious climate in the American colonies. Ordinary people were encouraged to make a personal connection with God, instead of relying on a minister. Newer denominations, such as Methodists and Baptists, grew quickly.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Great Awakenings were periods of religious revival, increasing religious enthusiasm during the early 18th century and the late 20th century. Some may say that the Great Awakenings also caused enlightenment. However, there was a tremendous increase in religious participation, and influence in other reforms as well.

Detailed explanation-4: -We have already mentioned the most important causes for the beginning of the Great Awakening; there were significantly fewer church attendances throughout the country, many people were also bored and unsatisfied with the way the sermons were conducted, and they criticized the lack of enthusiasm from their preachers.

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