Richard Is Researching the Way That Religious Differences Have Led

question 38

Multiple Choice

Richard is researching the way that religious differences have led to conflicts among Iraqi Muslims. His research focuses on ______.

• A) social statics
• B) social dynamics
• C) social elements
• D) socialization

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Definitions:

Speak in Tongues

a religious phenomenon where individuals speak in languages unknown to them, often considered a spiritual gift in some Christian denominations.

Collective Effervescence

A sociological concept of a community or society's shared energy and harmony experienced during rituals or festivities.

Secularization

The process by which religious institutions, practices, and beliefs lose their social significance, leading to a decline in religious authority and influence in public and private life.

1990s

The decade spanning from January 1, 1990, to December 31, 1999, marked by significant global events, cultural shifts, and technological advancements.