The social gospel movement taught that poverty was caused by
good works.
laziness.
sin.
society’s problems.

The correct answer is: Society's problems.

The Social Gospel Movement peaked in American society in the early 20th Century. This Movement was linked to the liberal wing of the progressive movement and applied Christian ethics to communal problems, such as poverty, crime, alcoholism, racial tensions, war and economic inequality.

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