Jason Had Very Devout Catholic Parents,went to Catechism Lessons,and Received

question 25

Multiple Choice

Jason had very devout Catholic parents,went to catechism lessons,and received the sacraments,but when he moved out on his own he rejected his religious habits and claimed to be an atheist.What does this say about socialization and religion?

• A) Internalized norms are at the heart of religious beliefs.
• B) Socialization is both a necessary and a sufficient cause of religiosity.
• C) There would be no religion if children weren't socialized into it.
• D) Socialization is a necessary but not a sufficient cause of religiosity on its own.

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