11. Document Project 11: Religious Faith and Women’s Activism

Quiz for Document 11.5 Charles G. Finney, An Influential Woman Convert, 1830

Quiz for Document 11.5: Charles G. Finney, An Influential Woman Convert, 1830

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. Based on Charles Grandison Finney’s sermon , what can be concluded about the Second Great Awakening?

The religious movement focused on the internal being.

The religious movement focused on personal spirituality as well as the spirituality of others.

The religious movement prioritized piety and prayerfulness.

The religious movement prioritized the reading of the Bible and the forgiveness of sins.

2. How does Selah Matthew’s conversion reflect traditional concepts of women?

She is described as having childlike behavior.

She avoids religion and is hesitant to convert.

She attended a religious revival.

She is a social recluse and not interested in men.

3. What does Finney imply is sinful in his description of her conversion?

Slavery

Activism

Adultery

Society

4. How did Finney appeal to Mrs. Matthews at the revival?

Tugged at her emotions

Made a financial appeal

Created a sense of guilt

Flirted with her

5. Who was the best target for Matthews to attempt to convert once she had her own experience?

Rich men

Other rich women

Slaves

Children

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