In which of the following ways does religion promote social control?
A) ?Many religious organizations help the poor and sick.
B) ?Religion helps people cope with the daily struggles of survival.
C) ?Many religious people try to follow societal rules for fear of punishment in the afterlife.
D) ?Communal worship and rituals increase social contacts and help people develop a sense of identity.
E) ?Religion provides meaning in life and offers hope for the future.
C
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