Question

The religious and social orthodoxy established by the Puritans could not last in New England because:

Group of answer choices

the growth of cities weakened the commitment of New Englanders toward family life. Anglicans arrived in New England and started to establish their churches. Prosperity weakened the younger generations’ commitment to the strict religious practices of their forefathers. Few colonists resided in New England permanently because of the miserable living conditions

Answer 1

Answer: Prosperity weakened the younger generations’ commitment to the strict religious practices of their forefathers.