Exploring the Second Great Awakening

Exploring the Second Great Awakening

Grade 10th Grade · Social Studies · 50 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can analyze the key figures, ideas, and impacts of the Second Great Awakening.

Warm-Up Video

Heimler's History · 3:41

The SECOND Great Awakening [APUSH Review Unit 4 Topic 10] Period 4: 1800-1848

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    The Second Great Awakening was a series of religious revivals among Protestant Christians that emphasized righteous living and personal restraint.

  • 2

    The Second Great Awakening and the Market Revolution both emphasized that success was in their own hands.

  • 3

    Charles Grandison Finney's preaching emphasized the moral reformation of society, and used plain language that common folks could understand.

Practice Questions

12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Name three causes of the Second Great Awakening as discussed in the video.

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