Question

In the late 1970s, the "Christian right"

a)opposed the intertwining of religion and politics.

b)were alarmed by many Supreme Court rulings.

c)supported the goals of feminism.

d)were losing ground as a political force.

e)feared aggressive American military actions.

Answer 1

The "Christian right" in the late 1970s was alarmed by many Supreme Court rulings and opposed feminist goals and the intertwining of religion and politics, favoring traditional values.

Step-by-step explanation:

In the late 1970s, the "Christian right" was a political movement that grew significantly in reaction to the societal changes and Supreme Court rulings of that era. The Christian right or so-called New Right, driven by social and fiscal conservatism, advocated for a return to what they considered traditional family values and were firmly opposed to liberal viewpoints on issues such as abortion, affirmative action, and the expansion of gay and lesbian rights.

Many within the New Right were especially alarmed by many Supreme Court rulings, such as the legalization of abortion and the enforcement of separation of church and state, which they believed undermined traditional values. This group opposed the goals of feminism, felt that large government was inclined to support liberal causes over conservative ones, and sought to increase the government's power to ban what they viewed as sinful behaviors, while simultaneously advocating for a reduction in the size of the federal government, except in areas like national defense.