Why did religious fundamentalism flourish in the period of 1815-1860 in America?
A. Changes in American life brought about in part by the Industrial Revolution.
B. Fewer and fewer people found Christianity acceptable.
C. People came to believe perfection was impossible here on earth.
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
Ans: A. Changes in American life brought about in part by the Industrial Revolution.
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