Why did Holiness churches appeal to some blacks?

A) Holiness churches were less formal and ritualistic than other black churches.
B) Holiness churches generally rewarded their members with a limited source of income.
C) Music, including ragtime, blues, and jazz, were banned from their services.
D) Holiness churches preached the democracy of heaven and equality of all in the eyes of God.


Answer: A

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