In the context of religion's role in society, sociologist Robert Bellah coined the term ________, which he defined as an institutionalized set of beliefs, symbols, and rituals that provide a religious dimension to a nation's collective life.

A. "moral community"
B. "civil religion"
C. "ethical relativism"
D. "religious extremism"


Answer: B

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A) The argument is valid. B) The argument could still be valid. C) The argument is invalid. D) The argument is consistent. E) The argument is sound.

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A. True B. False

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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c. all of these answers. d. appraising the strengths and weaknesses of arguments.

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