What was one result of the Great Awakening in the American colonies?

• A. Decreased interest in religion
• B. Increased attendance in established churches
• C. Emphasis on personal faith and connection with God
• D. Stricter enforcement of religious practices

Answer: (C)

The Great Awakening emphasized personal faith and a direct relationship with God. Revival preachers taught that individuals could experience a personal conversion and know God through an intimate, emotional connection, not just by following the rituals or authority of a local church. This shift made religion feel more personal and accessible, spurring widespread religious enthusiasm, inviting new denominations like Baptists and Methodists, and challenging older, established churches to rethink how people connected with faith.