Which of the Following Is NOT a Criticism of the Lofland

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a criticism of the Lofland conversion model?

• A)Most research shows that the development of close emotional bonds to members is insignificant.
• B)Having tension or having personal crisis may be a result of conversion rather than a cause.
• C)Reporting tension or personal crisis prior to conversion may be a matter of later revision in interpretation by the person of her pre-cult life; such tension may or may not have been present at the time.
• D)Having a religious problem-solving perspective may be facilitative, but is not necessary to conversion.
• E)Whether weak extra-cult bonds are essential may vary depending on whether the "outsiders" are hostile to the group; if the family is not antagonistic, the strength of the extra-cult bond may not be an issue.

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