4. Document Project 4: Awakening Religious Tensions

Quiz for Document 4.5 Nathan Cole, On George Whitefield Coming to Connecticut, 1740

Quiz for Document 4.5: Nathan Cole, On George Whitefield Coming to Connecticut, 1740

Choose the best answer to each question.

1. What aspect of George Whitefield’s revival obviously impressed Nathan Cole according to the emphasis in his statement?

The amount of money that was raised

The large number in attendance

The expensive design of the revival tent

The beauty of the landscape and location

2. According to his own reflections, what about George Whitefield likely helped convince Cole of the truth of his message?

His “slim slender” figure

His “youth” and intelligence

His British heritage and wealth

His “bold undaunted countenance”

3. What message did George Whitefield preach that changed the heart of Nathan Cole?

He was predestined to Heaven or Hell.

He needed to donate more money to be saved.

He was a sinner and had to repent for salvation.

He must do good works to reach Heaven.

4. Based on Cole’s account, why might colonial authorities and Old Light leaders have grown tired of revival meetings such as this one?

They were disruptive to normal society and productivity.

They were not effective in converting new Christians.

They encouraged revolution and violent rebellion.

They increased church membership and attendance.

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