Which of the following conclusions can be drawn about the impact of puritanism on the american political system? a) puritanism is solely responsible for creating the direct democracy practiced in the american political system. b) the american political system was influenced by the democratic ideals of puritanism, but placed a bigger emphasis on individual rights. c) while puritanism impacted the original political practices of the early american colonies, those systems of governing were discarded after the revolution. d) puritan beliefs were ideal, but impractical in application; therefore, they were largely abandoned when establishing the constitution.