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Emile Durkheim's theory of religion stresses the idea that:
 
  a. the function of religion is to explain the unexplainable.
  b. religion serves to enhance the power of society's elites.
  c. all religious practices derive from a sense of human dependence upon and awe of nature.
  d. periodic congregation for the performance of religious rituals promotes social solidarity.

Question 2

The Ten Commandments are an illustration of which type of function of religion?
 
  a. Psychological
  b. Social
  c. Cognitive/intellectual
  d. Aesthetic



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

B



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