Question

question 19
5 points
which of the following is not an accurate statement concerning the significance of the second great awakening?
a evangelical protestantism became the dominant form of christianity in america.
b it reinforced the dominant american belief in equality and democracy.
c it reinforced the sense of pessimism and guilt that was present in america at the time.
d it emphasized the ability of anyone to attain salvation.

Explanation:

The Second Great Awakening was a religious revival movement in the early 19th - century United States. It emphasized that anyone could attain salvation (D), which was in line with American beliefs in equality and democracy (B). Evangelical Protestantism grew in prominence (A). However, it was more about hope and the possibility of spiritual renewal rather than reinforcing pessimism and guilt.

Answer:

C. It reinforced the sense of pessimism and guilt that was present in America at the time.