Which of the Following Descriptions Is Not a Characteristic of a Church

question 52

Multiple Choice

Which of the following descriptions is not a characteristic of a church as defined by sociologists?

• A) a bureaucratic structure that carries a positive relationship with mainstream society
• B) a sect in an advanced stage of development
• C) a body that strives to dominate all aspects of social life
• D) a body that attaches considerable importance to grace, doctrine, and ritual

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Definitions:

Activation-Synthesis Hypothesis

The Activation-Synthesis Hypothesis is a theory that dreams are created by the brain synthesizing and making sense of internal biological signals during REM sleep.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movement, increased brain activity, vivid dreaming, and temporary paralysis of muscle systems apart from the eyes and respiratory muscles.

Dopaminergic Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that the imbalance of dopamine levels in the brain is a significant factor in the development of certain psychiatric disorders, especially schizophrenia.

Freudian Cathartic Hypothesis

A theory suggesting that releasing and confronting pent-up emotions through talking about one’s problems can lead to psychological healing.