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QuizMultiple Choice

Rise of Abolitionism

Question 17 • Survey of U.S. History - SS3313 IC

Which best describes the link between the Second Great Awakening and the abolitionist movement?

Answer
A
The Second Great Awakening helped spark the abolition movement.
B
The abolition movement helped spark the Second Great Awakening.
C
The Second Great Awakening denounced the abolition movement.
D
The abolition movement denounced the Second Great Awakening.

Explanation

The Second Great Awakening emphasized personal morality and the duty to improve society. These religious ideas encouraged reformers to oppose slavery, helping spark the abolitionist movement. So the best description is that the Second Great Awakening helped spark abolition.

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