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"In 1739 arrived among us from Ireland the Reverend Mr. [George] Whitefield, who...

Nov 6, 2023

"In 1739 arrived among us from Ireland the Reverend Mr. [George] Whitefield, who had made himself remarkable there as an itinerant preacher. He was at first permitted to preach in some of our churches; but the clergy, taking a dislike to him, soon refused him their pulpits, and he was obliged to preach in the fields. The multitudes of all sects and denominations that attended his sermons were enormous.. It was wonderful to see the change soon made in the manners of our inhabitants. From being thoughtless or indifferent about religion, it seemed as if all the world were growing religious, so that one could not walk thro' the town in an evening without hearing psalms sung in different families of every street." Benjamin Franklin, The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin Whitefield's open-air preaching contributed most directly to which of the following trends? (A) The growth of the ideology of republican motherhood (B) Greater independence and diversity of thought (C) Movement of settlers to the backcountry (D) The pursuit of social reform

Key Concept

KC-2.1.II: In the 18th century, new ideas about politics and society led to debates about religion and governance, and ultimately inspired experiments with new governmental structures.

Explanation

George Whitefield was a key figure in the Great Awakening, a religious revival that swept through the American colonies in the mid-18th century. His open-air preaching attracted large crowds and his message emphasized personal salvation and a more emotional style of worship. This led to a greater independence and diversity of thought as people were encouraged to form their own personal relationships with God, rather than relying on the established church. This trend did not directly lead to the growth of the ideology of republican motherhood (A), movement of settlers to the backcountry (C), or the pursuit of social reform (D).

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