Question

What effect did the Great Awakening have on the American colonies?

Answer 1

The effect that the great awakening have on the american colonies was : The formation of a new religion movement and an increase of interest in religious matters during the great awakening , more and more people believe the existence of a 'higher power' which movement was led by evangelists from church. Church's members across the country increased dramatically during this period.

Answer 2

The religious movement affected the English colonies during the 1730s and 1740s. The movement started at a time when the enthusiasm toward the religion was waning away, so to revive the passion for religion, they traveled across the country and taught salvation from sins and promoting enthusiasm for religion. All these activities renewed dedication to religion. Historians claim that these efforts had a lasting impact on the American people and culture as the church membership increased and new religious movements were started. The timeline of the great awakenings is First Awakening (1730-1755), Second Awakening(1790-1840), Third Awakening(1855-1930), Fourth Awakening (1960-1980)