Read about the rise of Fundamentalism in the United States (section 5.1.4) on pages 292 to 295.
Write 300 words on the context, causes and characteristics of the U.S. Fundamentalist movement. What were the primary causes of the Fundamentalist withdrawal from mainstream society? How do you see modern Evangelicalism differing in tone or content from early twentieth century Fundamentalism?
- Give a brief overview or summary of the key figures and developments during rise of fundamentalism (covered on pages 292 to 295).
- Give your own reaction to the long term influence of Protestant fundamentalism.
- How do you see the defensive withdrawal of Fundamentalism from the public sphere effecting Christian witness and mission to society?