1920s American Religious Movement Quiz

What was the fundamentalist movement in the 1920s primarily based on?

• A modern interpretation of religious texts

• A literal interpretation of Biblical events

• A blend of different religious beliefs

• A focus on scientific discoveries

Which former profession did Billy Sunday have before becoming a preacher?

• School teacher

• Politician

• Stage actor

• Professional baseball player

How did Aimee Semple McPherson's sermons differ from traditional church services?

• They were silent and meditative

• They focused solely on Biblical readings

• They incorporated animals and resembled Broadway shows

• They were held in small, intimate settings

What was one of the impacts of the spread of fundamentalism in the 1920s?

• Laws forbidding the teaching of evolution

• A decline in religious participation

• A rise in technological advancements

• Increased acceptance of scientific theories

What was the seating capacity of the Angelus Temple built by Aimee Semple McPherson?

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 5,300

• 3,000