Question

8.11 which of the causes below led to the growth of religious tolerance in the british colonies?
the roman empire adopted some of the gods from the lands they conquered.
the government put laws and restrictions on religious freedom and religious activities.
during the great awakening hundreds of small, independent churches popped up throughout the colonies, weakening the hold of the large, established churches.
the religious climate changed as more and more american indians were pushed off of their land.

Explanation:

• The Roman Empire's actions are unrelated to British Colonies' religious tolerance.
• Restrictive laws would reduce, not grow, tolerance.
• The Great Awakening's proliferation of small, independent churches broke the dominance of established churches, forcing greater acceptance of diverse religious groups, fostering tolerance.
• Displacing American Indians did not drive religious tolerance growth.

Answer:

During the Great Awakening hundreds of small, independent churches popped up throughout the colonies, weakening the hold of the large, established churches.