The History of Christianity in the USA

Examine the history of Christianity in the USA.

The Protestant Reformation was the result of a unique situation in Europe. Once Christianity spread to the USA, it continued to encounter unique situations. Three of these situations produced the First Great Awakening, the Second Great Awakening, and Fundamentalism. Describe in detail the First Great Awakening. This will cover the beginning of Evangelicalism. Then analyze the Second Great Awakening. Why did the Baptists and Methodists greatly increase during the 2GA? Finally, discuss the Rise of American Christian Fundamentalism. This will include the Christian reaction to Darwinism and other scientific theories and the rise of higher criticism of the Bible.