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. a form of social control
B. promoting social solidarity
C. motivating social action
D. aiding in the conversion of nonbelievers
Answer: C
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What will be an ideal response?
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a. nearly equal to that of white Americans b. nearly twice the rate as that of white Americans c. nearly three times the rate as that of white Americans d. slightly less than that of Asian Americans
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A. class differentiation. B. achieved status. C. the Protestant work ethic. D. religious factors.