Traditional typologies

Question 1

Which typology often targets vulnerable and marginalised people?

Accepted Answer

Sects

Question 2

Which is more popular in mainstream society?

Accepted Answer

Churches

Question 3

Which two typologies claim to have a "monopoly of the truth"?

Accepted Answer

Sects, Churches

Question 4

Which of these would be considered a cult?

Accepted Answer

Scientology

Question 5

Which type of religious organisation is described as "lying midway between churches and sects"?

Accepted Answer

Denomination

Question 6

Churches have strong connections to the state - true or false?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Which type of organisation is often described as a "cult" in the media?

Accepted Answer

Sect

Question 8

Who first used the term "typology" to identify and measure religions in the real world?

Accepted Answer

Weber

Question 9

Sects expect a ____ level of commitment

Accepted Answer

High

Question 10

Which of the four traditional types is the least organised?

Accepted Answer

Cult

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