What did leaders of Rhode Island believe would happen to religion if church and state were connected?

A. Religion would grow at an alarming rate.
B. Religion would become state-funded.
C. Religion would become more powerful than government.
D. Religion would become corrupted.
A or D?

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To determine the answer to this question, we need to consider the historical context and the beliefs of the leaders of Rhode Island.

Rhode Island is historically known for its strong emphasis on religious freedom and separation of church and state. In fact, the state was founded by Roger Williams, a theologian and advocate for religious liberty.

Leaders in Rhode Island, including Williams, believed that connecting church and state would have negative consequences for religion. They were concerned that if religion became entwined with the government, it would lead to corruption and the undermining of true religious practices.

Based on this information, the correct answer would be D. Religion would become corrupted.