Sociology of Religion Quiz
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What is religion defined as in a sociologist's perspective?

  • A system of beliefs and practices related to everyday life
  • A random collection of beliefs and practices
  • A set of beliefs and practices without any social significance
  • A unified system of beliefs and practices relative to sacred things (correct)
  • How is religion construed in a sociologist's perspective?

  • As an individualistic belief system
  • As a chaotic and disorganized system
  • As a temporary social construct
  • As an organized and ordered system (correct)
  • What is the critical function of spirituality according to Kenneth Pargament?

  • A pursuit of material wealth
  • A way to rebel against religious norms
  • A search for significance related to the sacred (correct)
  • A means of social control
  • According to Kenneth Pargament, why do some people affiliate with a religion?

    <p>A search for significance related to the sacred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does religion's sacredness involve according to a sociologist's perspective?

    <p>A social process toward a united moral community</p> Signup and view all the answers

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