1. What was the Second Great Awakening? 2. In your own words, what is Transcendentalism?

3. Who were the Hudson River School Artists?

4. What was the major effect of the Second Great Awakening?

When the novel made its first appearance in the 1700s, why did it appeal to people of all classes? people could identify with the stories of everyday life. people were entertained by reading about the lives of nobles. people preferred stories that were thoughtful, not full of action. people were excited to read about great historical figures.