Why is the motto "In God We Trust” present on national currency? Check all that apply.The courts have recognized Christianity as the most important religious belief in the United States.During the Civil War, many Americans believed that the nation was facing destruction because of their lack of religious conviction.Many Americans wanted to contrast the religious United States with countries that promoted atheism, such as the USSR.Atheists in the United States have not bothered to sue to have the phrase removed.The courts have ruled that the phrase is not religious in nature, but is instead patriotic and ceremonial.
Answer
A
The courts have recognized Christianity as the most important religious belief in the United States.
B
During the Civil War, many Americans believed that the nation was facing destruction because of their lack of religious conviction.
C
Many Americans wanted to contrast the religious United States with countries that promoted atheism, such as the USSR.
D
Atheists in the United States have not bothered to sue to have the phrase removed.
E
The courts have ruled that the phrase is not religious in nature, but is instead patriotic and ceremonial.
Explanation
During the Civil War, many people believed the nation needed to express greater religious conviction, which led to the motto’s appearance on currency. Later, the motto also served to distinguish the United States from officially atheist countries such as the USSR. Courts have upheld the phrase as patriotic and ceremonial rather than a government endorsement of religion; they have not recognized Christianity as the country’s most important belief, and lawsuits seeking removal have been filed.
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