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According to Durkheim's theory, what is the role of religion in society?
According to Durkheim's theory, what is the role of religion in society?
- To encourage social inequality
- To create conflict
- To promote individualism
- To provide a set of beliefs and practices which unite people (correct)
What is the main focus of functionalists when analyzing religion?
What is the main focus of functionalists when analyzing religion?
- The psychological effects of religious practices
- The impact of religion on political systems
- The role of religion in meeting the basic needs of society (correct)
- The historical context of religious beliefs
What is the difference between sacred and profane objects according to Durkheim's theory?
What is the difference between sacred and profane objects according to Durkheim's theory?
- Sacred objects are associated with science while profane objects are associated with religion
- Sacred objects are associated with individualism while profane objects promote social harmony
- Sacred objects are evil while profane objects are good
- Sacred objects are ordinary everyday objects while profane objects are special, religious or holy (correct)
According to Durkheim, why do people worship totems?
According to Durkheim, why do people worship totems?
What is the function of religious beliefs and practices according to Durkheim?
What is the function of religious beliefs and practices according to Durkheim?
What did Durkheim predict about the future of religion?
What did Durkheim predict about the future of religion?
According to Malinowski, what are the TWO events that cause emotional distress in individuals?
According to Malinowski, what are the TWO events that cause emotional distress in individuals?
What is the role of religion in dealing with life crises according to Malinowski?
What is the role of religion in dealing with life crises according to Malinowski?
What evidence supports Malinowski's theory on the role of religion in society?
What evidence supports Malinowski's theory on the role of religion in society?
According to Parsons, what is the role of religion in regulating human behavior?
According to Parsons, what is the role of religion in regulating human behavior?
What is the function of religion in dealing with life crises according to Parsons?
What is the function of religion in dealing with life crises according to Parsons?
What is the limitation of Parsons' view on the positive contributions of religion?
What is the limitation of Parsons' view on the positive contributions of religion?
Which sociological theory sees religion as a conservative force in society?
Which sociological theory sees religion as a conservative force in society?
What is the criticism of Malinowski's theory on the role of religion in coping with stress?
What is the criticism of Malinowski's theory on the role of religion in coping with stress?
Why does Durkheim's study of primitive religions fall short in explaining modern day religions?
Why does Durkheim's study of primitive religions fall short in explaining modern day religions?
