Answer:
1. Christianity was the main religion during that time and they were looking for converts. God was important in their lives.
2. According to Christianity, everyone must love their neighbor as themselves. They wanted to obey God and his commandments including this one. This maintained unity. Religion also brought people closer together as they prayed and sang together.
Explanation:
(D) Upgrading formerly Communist segments of the economy
They were upright and really did not believe in true personal liberty.
I believe there was a contest but I am not sure the answer to your first question.