Deists Believed That

question 59

Multiple Choice

Deists believed that

• A)God created the universe but took no role in its operation.
• B)religious belief was only valid if it could be scientifically confirmed.
• C)religious teachings should be the foundation of the legal system.
• D)the mysteries of God should be celebrated, rather than analyzed.

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Definitions:

Economic Status

A measure of an individual's or group's financial health and stability, often determined by income, wealth, and access to resources.

Ratification

The official approval or formal adoption of a treaty, agreement, or legislative act through a vote or other consenting mechanism.

Constitutional Convention

The gathering that took place in 1787, in Philadelphia, to draft the United States Constitution, replacing the Articles of Confederation.

Ben Franklin

Benjamin Franklin was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, known for his contributions as an inventor, scientist, diplomat, and philosopher, as well as for his pivotal role in the American Revolution and the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.