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CLEP US History I

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Which of the following statements describes the impact of the Second Great Awakening in the early 19th century?
  1. It occurred only in the South.
  2. It was especially popular among the social and economic elite.
  3. It was very brief compared to the original Great Awakening.
  4. It was largely responsible for the spread of evangelical Christianity.
  5. It marked the end of Puritanism.
Explanation
Answer: D - The Second Great Awakening led to the spread of evangelical Christianity as revivals and itinerant ministers appeared throughout the nation in the 1830s and 1840s. It was also assisted by westward expansion as ministers, particularly those from the Baptist, Presbyterian and Methodist faiths, followed settlers to carry their message. This mass movement reflects an emotive component of American religion that distinguishes it from its European counterparts.
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