Many attempts at social reform during the common school era were guided by humanitarian concerns. This humanitarian emphasis was largely a result of
A) popular skepticism about people being able to take control of their own destiny.
B) a sense of religious obligation.
C) an increase in scientific discoveries.
D) both a sense of religious obligation, and popular skepticism about people being able to take control of their own destiny.

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The humanitarian emphasis during the common school era was largely driven by a sense of religious obligation, as many reformers believed it was their moral duty to improve society and help others.

Many Attempts at Social Reform During the Common School Era