Explain why early american settlers were persuaded by edwards's sermon "in the hands of an angry god".

Early American settlers were usually very religious. Therefore, thoughts of God, salvation, sin and Hell were part of their everyday living. Moreover, priests played a very important role in their community. This meant that Edwards was seen as an authoritative, important figure that should be listened to. Moreover, he had a commanding presence, and his speech was full of energy, emotion and intensity. All of these factors contributed to the success of the speech and persuaded the settlers of its truth.

"fire and ice" is one of robert frost's most popular poems. it was published in december 1920 in harper's magazine and in 1923 in his pulitzer prize−winning book new hampshire. it discusses the end of the world, likening the elemental force of fire with the emotion of desire, and ice with hate.

c. the power of desire is greater than the power of hate.