Question

this preacher traveled the colonies in 1739–1740, teaching that god is merciful and people can repent. he challenged the idea of predestined fates. who was this preacher? george whitefield john adams roger williams william penn

Explanation:

George Whitefield was a key figure of the First Great Awakening, traveling the American colonies in 1739-1740 to preach messages of God's mercy and human repentance, pushing back against the Calvinist idea of predestination. The other options are incorrect: John Adams was a founding father, Roger Williams was a colonial religious freedom advocate, and William Penn was the founder of Pennsylvania, none matching the described preacher.

Answer:

George Whitefield