Question

The issue of slavery did not impact religion during the mid-1800s TRUE OR FALSE

Answer 1

False

Slaves were forced to be Christians

Answer 2

Answer:

False. Religion was central to justifying the institution of slavery. Many proslavery advocated looked to the Bible to justify the institution. While proslavery advocates used religion to justify slavery, opponents of the institution used the Bible to oppose it. For instance, the black preacher Nat Turner used religion to justify leading a slave revolt to destroy the institution of slavery.

Explanation: Religion was a powerful and authoritative force in 19th century life.