Reform Movement - Unit 8 Flashcards
1
Q
What was the goal for abolitionists, Art/Literature activists, Prison/mental institution activists, and Women’s Rights activists?
A
To improve American society
2
Q
What was the Second Great Awakening?
A
A revival movement that caused for the social reform movements to arise.
3
Q
Define Civil Disobedience
A
Breaking the law on purpose to peacefully protest for change in government or its laws
4
Q
What was transcendentalism?
A
A belief of logic to be of use over anything else as a spiritual development
5
Q
What was the Hudson River School?
A
An art movement that would admire the landscape and nature of America.
