Chapter 15: Questions

11. Some controversial groups that may be mislabelled as cults include: a) Scientology and the Hare Krishna b) the Peoples Temple and Heven's Gate c) the Branch Davidians and the Manson Family d) Quakers and Petecostals

A

4. Which perspective most emphasizes the ways in which religion helps to keep the social system running smoothly? a) Functional perspective b) Symbolic interactionist perspective c) Conflict perspective d) Feminist perspective

A

6. Which of the following do the functionalist and conflict perspectives share? a) Position that religion relates to social control, enforcing social norms b) Emphasis on religion as providing social support c) Belief that religion helps explain the mysteries of life d) None of the above

A

2. A cultural universal is something that: a) Addresses all aspects of a group's behaviour b) Is found in all cultures c) Is based on social norms d) May or may not be of value in meeting social needs

B

3. Which of the main theoretical perspectives would approach religion from the micro-level, studying how religion impacts an individual's sense of support and well-being? a) Functionalism b) Symbolic interactionism c) Conflict theory d) Feminism

B

7. The Protestant work ethic was viewed in terms of its relationship to: a) Evolution and natural selection b) Capitalism c) Determinism d) Prejudice and discrimination

B

9. A sect: a) Has generally grown so large that it needs new buildings and multiple leaders b) Often believes it must split from the larger group to return to important fundamentals c) Is another term for a cult d) All of the above

B

10. The main difference between an ecclesia and a denomination is: a) The number of followers or believers is much larger for denominations b) The geographical location varies for ecclesia versus denominations c) Ecclesia are state-sponsored and considered an official religion d) There are no important differences; the terms are interchangeable

C

12. Secularization refers to a number of interrelated trends including: a) The Protestant work ethic b) Television ministries c) Separation of church and state d) Liberation theology

C

5. Which socialist perspective most emphasizes the ways in which religion helps to maintain social inequalities within a society? a) Functional b) Symbolic interactionist c) Conflict theory d) Feminist perspective

C

1. In what ways does religion serve the role of a social institution? a) Religions have a complex and integrated set of norms. b) Religious practices and beliefs are related to societal values. c) Religions often meet several basic needs. d) All of the above

D

13. The percentage of people in Canada claiming a religious affiliation is: a) 50 percent b) 12 percent c) 95 percent d) 80 percent

D

8. What are some denominations of the Christian Protestant church? a) Catholic and Jewish b) Jehovah's Witnesses and the United Church of Canada c) Scientology and Hare Krishna d) The Church of England (Anglican) in Canada and the Roman Catholic Church

a