The Following That Best Describes the Trend of Religious Affiliation

question 32

Multiple Choice

The following that best describes the trend of religious affiliation in the United States is that:

• A) Jewish affiliation has increased because of religious conversions
• B) a dramatic increase in the number of Catholics attending religious services has occurred
• C) more men and women are joining evangelical churches
• D) public displays of religion since the election of George W. Bush have been consistently eroding
• E) None of the above.

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