Which of the Following Is a Negative Social Function of Religion

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a negative social function of religion?

• A) Religion can be a means of creating political momentum for change.
• B) Religion can strengthen social cohesion.
• C) Religion can justify unequal and unfair differences between groups in society.
• D) Religion can be a means of expressing group identity and culture.

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Definitions:

Thomas And Chess

Psychologists who developed the temperament theory, which categorizes children based on their responses to the environment into three basic types: easy, difficult, and slow to warm up.

Slow-To-Warm-Up

A temperament style where an individual is typically hesitant or shows resistance in new or unfamiliar situations but gradually becomes more engaged over time.

Temperament Categories

Classifications that describe the innate aspects of an individual's personality, such as their emotional reactivity and intensity, often identified in early childhood.

Temperamentally Easy

Describes individuals who are generally calm, adaptable, and positive in their reactions to new experiences.