In 2010, Haiti experienced an earthquake in which millions of people were affected. They faced a great deal of devastation. Many children were left homeless. Haiti relied on a number of humanitarian organizations to come to their aid. Many churches in the United States collected money, clothes, and other items to send to Haiti. Some members of church groups traveled to Haiti and spent time there to help in whatever way that they were needed. Which function of religion is represented in this example?

A. aiding in the conversion of nonbelievers
B. promoting social solidarity
C. motivating social action
D. a form of social control


Answer: C

Sociology

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