Impact of the First Great Awakening

Very Hard Period 2: 1607–1754 First Great Awakening

In the context of the First Great Awakening, various religious leaders and their sermons influenced the spiritual landscape of the American colonies. This period, marked by passionate preaching and a focus on personal faith, led to a significant reformation in colonial religious identities. One of the most notable figures of this movement was Jonathan Edwards, known for his vivid and emotional sermons that emphasized the need for personal repentance and a direct connection with God.

Which of the following statements BEST describes one of the key impacts of the First Great Awakening on colonial America?

It strengthened established colonial churches and reaffirmed traditional beliefs about salvation.

It promoted the idea of religious pluralism and encouraged the growth of new denominations.

It reduced the influence of religion in public life and led to an increase in secularism in the colonies.

It consolidated church authority under established denominations, limiting the rise of independent religious movements.

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