The leaders that framed the U.S. Constitution refused to establish a national religion in the United States. Which of the following is the best description of the reason for the leaders' refusal?
a. The leaders were afraid that a national religion might lead to a national system of schools and churches.
b. The leaders adopted the principle of separation of church and state that had been established in England during the 1600s.
c. The leaders recognized that a great deal of religious diversity existed in the colonies, making the establishment of a national religion very difficult.
d. The leaders wanted to eliminate the influence of religion in America, and they believed that the refusal to establish a national religion would help them reach that goal.
Ans: c. The leaders recognized that a great deal of religious diversity existed in the colonies, making the establishment of a national religion very difficult.
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