In What Way Do Apocalyptic Cults Such as Aum Shinrikyō

question 5

Multiple Choice

In what way do apocalyptic cults such as Aum Shinrikyō pose plausible threat scenarios?

• A) Followers sincerely believe that their actions will bring about a spiritual upheaval in the world.
• B) Many apocalyptic cult members possess weapons of mass destruction.
• C) Apocalyptic cults have infiltrated mainline religions.
• D) The membership of apocalyptic cults is vast.

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