Asked by Carly Eischen on Apr 24, 2024

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In which way did the black church change during Reconstruction?

A) It started to play a central role as blacks abandoned white-controlled religious institutions.
B) It no longer played a central role because blacks walked away from religion in large numbers.
C) It became cut off from the African-American community because it was deemed too radical.
D) It stopped playing a fundamental part in blacks' lives as they started to create more brotherhoods.
E) Its rise coincided with a decreased interest in education on the part of African-Americans.

Black Church

Refers to Christian churches that have predominantly African American congregations, playing a significant role in the history and culture of the African American community.

White-Controlled

Descriptive of organizations, governments, or institutions that are predominantly directed and governed by individuals of European descent.

Religious Institutions

Organizations founded on religious beliefs and practices, often involved in worship services, moral guidance, and community activities.

  • Understand the role and transformation of the black church during Reconstruction.
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Jigisha Patel1 week ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
During Reconstruction, the black church began to play a central role in the African-American community as blacks left white-controlled religious institutions to establish their own places of worship, which also served as centers of education, social, and political life.