Question

Overall which of the following statements best describes the success or failure of the major reform movements of the early 1800s?
A.) They experienced some success through the hard work and dedication of Americans who believed in their reform movements.
B.) They were successful in every aspect, and American society radically changed for the better.
C.) They were totally unsuccessful, because most Americans of that era refused to help others/people.
D.) they experienced many failures, mainly due to the failure of reformers to attract followers.

Answer 1

The correct answer is the letter B) They were successful in every aspect, and American society radically changed for the better. All the major reform movements of the 1800s which were, the treatment of the mentally ill, temperance movement, abolition of slavery, women’s right and education reform had a lasting effect on the civil rights and contribute for the liberties of Americans bringing benefits such as: better treatment of persons with mental illnesses, elimination of alcohol abuse, end of slavery, equal rights for women, and greater access to education for Americans.