The Reform Movement

Question

Political Origins
Religious Influences
• The ideals of liberty and equality in the Declaration of Independence inspire
• Second Great Awakening stresses free will rather than predestination
• During the Jacksonian era, more people can vote than ever before
• Critics say slavery and other injustices violate democratic deals
• Revivals encourage people to reform their lives
• Finney teaches that individual salvation is the first step to the reform of a society
people to try to improve society
Use the chart to answer the question.
Which of the following best summarizes the information shown in the graphic organizer?
(1 point)
• The Reform Movement drew on ideals of individualism, equality, and salvation.
• In the 1800s, religion had more influence over Americans than the country's established political ideals.*
• The Jacksonian era is praised for expanding suffrage but criticized for violating civil rights.
• The Reform Movement during the 1800s was due to the desire of Americans to exercise their free will.

Answer 1

• The Reform Movement drew on ideals of individualism, equality, and salvation.

Answer 2

The Underground Railroad used escape routes that went throughout the South. Based on that fact, which of the following conclusions could be made?
(1 point)
• The Southern states were leaning toward emancipatión of the slaves.
• Slaves were hopeful to acquire jobs in Northern industries.
• There were sympathetic individuals throughout the South who helped
• The slaves headed west in the hopes of acquiring cheap land and jobs.

Answer 3

• There were sympathetic individuals throughout the South who helped slaves escape.

Answer 4

What did the Second Great Awakening and the abolition movement have in common?
(1 point)
• Both relied on new technologies. -
• Both relied on religious belief.
• Both relied on cash crops.
• Both relied on new immigrants.

Answer 5

• Both relied on religious belief.