01 Aug The Great Awakening

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Unit 4 Discussion:

The Great Awakening

The Great Awakening was a spiritual revival movement that occurred in the Atlantic world during the mid-18th century. In fact, the evangelical movement of today owes much to the developments that took place over two centuries ago. The Awakening polarized America between those who supported it (New Lights) and those who were against it (Old Lights). In this discussion, you will explore both sides of the Great Awakening and its impact on American society.

Required Readings

Read the following sources for this discussion: Your textbook and any other refereed sources.

Instructions

For this assignment, the class will discuss the perspectives for and against the Great Awakening. You will write a minimum of two paragraphs discussing the positions assigned to your last name (see below). A good paragraph should include about 6 sentences minimum – a 1-2 sentence paragraph is never enough. Be comprehensive in your coverage of the assigned readings.

Feel free to write in character as a person from the 18th century (ex: if you are in favor of the Great Awakening, pretend to be a New Light minister or someone who has been converted by the Awakening; if you are against the Great Awakening, be an Old Light minister or someone else speaking out against the Awakening). Use examples from the various readings to support your analysis. Answer the following questions for your assigned perspective:

YOU WILL TAKE ONE POSITION BELOW BASED ON YOUR LAST NAME:

-Last names beginning with A-L: answer the questions in favor of the Great Awakening

1A. For the Great Awakening (answer these questions if your last name starts with A-L)

From your character’s perspective, why is the Great Awakening a positive event? Who are the types of people involved in the Awakening? Which ministers associated with the Great Awakening and what message have they preached? Your answer should reflect the main points.

For your particular reading, be sure to answer all of the above questions relevant to your reading. Your answer should reflect the main points from the reading, including extensive use of the primary source (Edwards/Chauncey). Be sure to use examples to support your main points. Proof your answer before submitting it as errors in grammar and spelling will lead to a deduction in points. Use quotations when using the exact wording from the reading. Most of your answer should be in your own words and be sure to cite any quotes used in your answer.