The Reform Movement

Question

The ideals of liberty and equality in the Declaration of Independence inspire people to try to improve society
During the Jacksonian era, more people can vote than ever before
Critics say slavery and other injustices violate democratic ideals
Second Great Awakening stresses free will rather than predestination
Revivals encourage people to reform their lives
Finney teaches that individual salvation is the first step to the reform of a society
Question
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Which of the following best summarizes the information shown in the graphic organizer?
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Responses

The Reform Movement drew on ideals of individualism, equality, and salvation.
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.
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 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.
The Reform Movement during the 1800s was due to the desire of Americans to exercise their free will.
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Answer 1

The best summary of the information shown in the graphic organizer is:

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

This response encapsulates the influence of liberty and equality from the Declaration of Independence, the expansion of voting rights during the Jacksonian era, the religious revivalism of the Second Great Awakening, and the emphasis on individual and societal reform mentioned in the content.