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1. Identify the Second Great Awakening and explain why it occurred in the early 1800s (p. 286). 2. Explain why the Second Great Awakening caused membership to increase dramatically in various Protestant denominations (p. 287). 3. Identify “utopias” and describe the leaders and beliefs of some of the new religious movements that grew out of the Second Great Awakening: Shakers, Mormons, and Unitarians (pp. 287-290). 4. Explain the philosophy of transcendentalism (p. 290)



1. What is the Second Great Awakening and what caused it?

The Second great Awakening is a renewed and passionate interest in religion. It occurred because of economic growth and expansion of democracy that led people to become optimistic in their own ability to achieve eternal salvation and improve their lives.

2. What are revivalists?

Revivalists were participants in gatherings. They were convinced that they could obtain moral perfection in themselves and society.

3. What did the revivalists do at the gatherings?

The revivalists listened to thunderous sermons, sang hymns, and sought God's help in reforming their lives.

4. How did revivalists influence people?

The revivalists said that anyone could attain salvation if they repented their sins. This encouraged many people to convert.

5. How did women participate in the Second Great Awakening?

Women participated by leading prayer groups. They also taught and established Sunday schools.

6. What is a Utopia and what was its purpose?

A utopia is a community designed to create a perfect society. Its purpose was to organize family life, property ownership and work.

7. Who were the Shakers and what was their flaw?

Shakers believed Christ will reappear one day (Chris will have a second appearance). Their flaw was that they had difficulty recruiting because there was no marriage or children.

8. Who were the Mormons and who was the founder?

The Mormons were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. John Smith was the founder of the Mormons.

9. What was the significance of transcendentalism?

Transcendentalism was practiced to rise above material things. The significance was that it made people believe perfection could be reached as they acquired knowledge about God, themselves, and the Universe.

10. Why was the Brook Farm created and what happened to it?

Brook farm was created to get away from industry and to get closer to nature. Part of the Brook farm was engulfed in a fire. That resulted in "the experiment" ending.