What happens to all mankind as a result of their fall?

The correct response indicates that as a result of mankind's fall, they are made liable to death and hell. This reflects the theological understanding found in Reformed doctrine, particularly as articulated in the Westminster Shorter Catechism, which teaches that the original sin of Adam and Eve has consequential effects on all humanity.

When they disobeyed God, sin entered the world, bringing about spiritual death and separation from God. This state of sinfulness makes all humans subject to physical death as well as eternal separation from God, which is often described in terms of hell. The notion of being "liable to death and hell" encapsulates the idea that due to the fall, humanity is not only facing physical mortality but also the ultimate consequence of sin, which is eternal judgment.

In contrast, the other options present alternatives that contradict this understanding of sin's consequences. Gaining immediate access to heaven is not consistent with the teachings of the fall, as humanity is understood to be in a state of estrangement from God. Becoming free from the control of sin would imply a restoration or redemption that is not present in the condition after the fall. Lastly, the idea of being granted a new chance at life does not align with the biblical narrative of sin and its