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Herberg,s (1955) study of religion in America suggested that ?

Correct answer: D. all of the above

  • A. ethnic minorities practised religion to achieve social acceptance in the culture
  • B. mainstream faiths were becoming increasingly identified with national identity
  • C. the moral teachings of the main religions were becoming relatively similar
  • D. all of the above

Explanation

Herberg's account of America's Protestant, Catholic and Jewish 'triple melting pot' linked religious affiliation with national integration, shared moral values and acceptance within American society. Each of the first three statements expresses part of this interpretation, so all apply.

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