Read the excerpt from "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God."

Question

Yea, God is a great deal more angry with great numbers that are now on earth; yea, doubtless with many that
are now in this congregation, who it may be are at ease, than he is with many of those that are now in the
flames of hell.

What does this excerpt suggest about Edwards's opinion of society?

A. He feels society in general, including many members of the congregation, is more sinful now than ever.

B. He feels society in general is more sinful now than it ever was, but members of the congregation can be at ease
because they are saved.

C. He feels society in general is less sinful than it ever was, and members of the congregation can feel confident that
they are saved.

D. He feels society in general is less sinful than it has been, but many members of the congregation are damned.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

A. He feels society in general, including many members of the congregation, is more sinful now than ever.

This is supported by the excerpt, which indicates that God is particularly angry with the many people currently on earth, including those in the congregation who may feel at ease, suggesting that they are guilty of sin.