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What statement below best sums up the literary significance of John Winthrop ?
Correct answer: D. All are correct
- A. American myths
- B. non separating puritan
- C. City upon a hill
- D. All are correct
Explanation
Winthrop was a non-separating Puritan, and his “City upon a Hill” sermon became a major source of American national mythology. Since all three descriptions apply to his literary and historical significance, “All are correct” is the best answer.
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