In the Classification of Religious Organizations Based on Early Theories

question 42

Multiple Choice

In the classification of religious organizations based on early theories of Max Weber,Ernst Troeltsch,and Richard Niebuhr,_______________ were considered to be most established and conventional whereas _______________ were placed at the opposite end of the continuum.

• A) sects; churches
• B) churches; sects
• C) churches; cults
• D) cults; churches
• E) cults; sects

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Definitions:

Descriptive Norm

The perception of what is commonly done or typical behavior within a specific context or group.

Injunctive Norm

Social norms that concern people's perceptions of what behaviors are approved or disapproved of by others.

Informational Influence

A social influence to accept information from others as evidence about reality, often leading to internalization or private acceptance of the information.

Chameleon Effect

The unintentional mirroring of the behaviors, mannerisms, or emotions of others, often as a form of social interaction.