Question

question 2
in which way did the black church change during reconstruction?
a. its rise coincided with a decreased interest in education on the part of african americans.
b. it became cut off from the african american community because it was deemed too radical.
c. it started to play a central role as blacks abandoned white - controlled religious institutions.
d. it no longer played a central role because blacks walked away from religion in large numbers.
e. it stopped playing a fundamental part in blacks’ lives as they started to create more brotherhoods.

Explanation:

During Reconstruction, African Americans sought independence from white-controlled institutions, including religious ones. The Black church emerged as a central, community-led institution that provided not just religious support but also social, educational, and organizational space for the African American community, rather than declining or becoming disconnected. Option a is incorrect because Black interest in education increased during this era, often supported by the church. Option b is wrong as the church became more connected to the community, not cut off. Option d is false because Black religious participation remained strong. Option e is incorrect because the church's role grew, it did not stop being fundamental.

Answer:

c. It started to play a central role as Blacks abandoned white-controlled religious institutions.