Questions: Based on the excerpt and the chapter from the textbook, which of the following were changes in religious culture during the Great Awakening? Check all that apply. - Conversion experiences of those unfamiliar with biblical teachings were dismissed as frivolous. - Public, emotional conversions swept through the colonies. - Revivalism disrupted rigid social roles. What impact did the Great Awakening have on churches? - Men and women squared off along denominational lines. - Antirevivalist denominations grew rapidly. - The number of women in revivalist churches grew rapidly. The colonists were affected by new ideas, not only in religion but also in almost every other realm. At the beginning of the 18th century most colonists got their news from England, but colonial newspapers became increasingly prevalent, contributing to the rise of a uniquely colonial viewpoint. Complete the following sentences by selecting the correct response from each dropdown menu. In one of the most famous trials of colonial history, in 1733, the editor of the New York Weekly Journal, was acquitted of seditious libel, a charge that was intended to prevent criticism of government officials. This set the precedent for freedom of the press. Inspired by the Enlightenment, James Oglethorpe and a group of a fellow trustees established the colony of to provide a chance for England's impoverished citizens.

The changes in religious culture during the Great Awakening include:

• Public, emotional conversions swept through the colonies.
• Revivalism disrupted rigid social roles.

The impact of the Great Awakening on churches includes:

• The number of women in revivalist churches grew rapidly.

In the famous trial of colonial history in 1733, John Peter Zenger, the editor of the New York Weekly Journal, was acquitted of seditious libel, setting the precedent for freedom of the press.

James Oglethorpe and a group of fellow trustees established the colony of Georgia to provide a chance for England's impoverished citizens.

• Public, emotional conversions swept through the colonies: The Great Awakening was characterized by widespread revivals and emotional preaching, which led to many public conversions.
• Revivalism disrupted rigid social roles: The movement challenged established religious and social norms, allowing for more egalitarian participation in religious activities.

• The number of women in revivalist churches grew rapidly: The emotional and inclusive nature of revivalist meetings attracted many women, leading to their increased participation in these churches.

• John Peter Zenger Trial: This trial was a landmark case in establishing the principle of freedom of the press in the American colonies.
• Georgia Colony: James Oglethorpe founded Georgia with the intent of providing a fresh start for England's poor and indebted citizens, inspired by Enlightenment ideals of social reform.