American History — Providence and Liberty Quiz

Test your understanding of God's providential hand in American history, from Colonial America to the nation's ongoing calling.

Question 1 of 8

What was the Great Awakening?

Question 2 of 8

What Biblical principle did the Founders apply when they separated the government into three branches?

Question 3 of 8

Why did Madison write, 'If men were angels, no government would be necessary'?

Question 4 of 8

What was the significance of the Emancipation Proclamation?

Question 5 of 8

In his Second Inaugural Address, what did Abraham Lincoln suggest the Civil War represented?

Question 6 of 8

What did John Winthrop mean when he called the Massachusetts Bay Colony 'a city upon a hill'?

Question 7 of 8

Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Manifest Destiny'?

Question 8 of 8

According to John Adams, 'Our Constitution was made only for' what kind of people?