Question

The _______________ split into two groups, the “Old Side” which opposed the Great Awakening and the “New Side” who followed Tennent’s teachings.
a. Catholic Church
b. Presbyterian Church
c. New Age Church
d. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

b. Presbyterian Church

Explanation:

Hi, the correct option is b. Presbyterian Church.

The Presbyterian Church split   into two groups, the “Old Side” which opposed the Great Awakening and the “New Side” who followed Tennent’s teachings.

That split occurred in 1741, and Gilbert Tennent led the “ New Side”.

Those who favored the Awakening, and emphasized the more emotional approach to the faith were called “New Side”. Those who were anti-Awakening were called “Old Side”. Old Siders insisted that the call of men to the ordained gospel ministry must be carried out by the duly constituted officers of the church.

 

Answer 2

The Presbyterian Church split into two groups, the "Old Side" which was the oppose the Great Awakening and the "New Side" who followed Tenant's teachings. So your answer is actually B.