Define the term civil religion and provide three examples of civil religion in the United States.
What will be an ideal response?
Ans: Varies. Civil religion: a set of sacred beliefs and practices that become part of how a society sees itself. God-like language, historical myths, sacred beliefs, and restrictions on membership.
KEY: Learning Objective: 13.6: Discuss religion in the United States, including trends in affiliation and disestablishment, and the practice of civil religion.
REF: Cognitive Domain: Analysis
Answer Location: “Civil Religion” in the United States
Difficulty Level: Medium
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