How did the First Great Awakening influence the movement for independence in the colonies?

Question

A.
The push for economic freedom led colonists to also want religious freedom.
B.
The push for economic freedom led colonists to also want political freedom.
C.
The push for religious freedom led colonists to also want political freedom.
D.
The push for political freedom led colonists to also want economic freedom.

Answer 1

The best answer is C. The push for religious freedom led colonists to also want political freedom.

The First Great Awakening encouraged individuals to challenge traditional authority and emphasized personal faith and emotional connection to faith, which contributed to a broader questioning of authority in both religious and political spheres. This spirit of individualism and equality fostered a desire for greater political representation and autonomy, ultimately influencing the movement for independence in the colonies.