When Asked the Question, 'Do You Believe in Life After

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Multiple Choice

When asked the question, 'Do you believe in life after death?' how did the great majority of Japanese answer?

• A) 'Definitely no'
• B) 'Probably no'
• C) 'Definitely yes'
• D) 'Probably yes'

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Definitions:

Mechanical Societies

Mechanical societies, a term from Émile Durkheim, describe traditional societies characterized by similarities and a collective conscience, where solidarity comes from uniformity.

Organic Societies

Refers to societies that function cohesively, with each part working together, similar to an organism, often contrasted with mechanical or industrial societies.

Nonmaterial Social Facts

Aspects of social life that exist beyond the physical, including beliefs, values, norms, and social norms that influence human behavior.

Collective Consciousness

The set of shared beliefs, ideas, and moral attitudes which operate as a unifying force within society.