RELIGION IN AMERICA

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What is the largest religion in the United States?

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Christianity

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When did the first Muslims arrive in the United States?

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As early as 1776

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What is the largest Christian church in the world?

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Catholicism

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Which U.S. state has the highest percentage of Buddhists?

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Hawaii

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Which Jewish movement is the most liberal in the U.S.?

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Reform Judaism

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What is the significance of the First Amendment in relation to religion?

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It guarantees the freedom of religion and prohibits the establishment of a national religion.

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What is the main difference between Protestantism and Catholicism?

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Protestantism emphasizes individual faith and the authority of Scripture, while Catholicism includes tradition and the authority of the Pope.

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What role did the Puritans play in American religious history?

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They sought to purify the Church of England and established communities in New England, influencing American religious and cultural life.

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What is the concept of religious pluralism?

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It is the acceptance and coexistence of multiple religions within a society.

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What is the significance of the 1965 Immigration Act for American religion?

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It led to an increase in religious diversity by allowing more immigrants from non-European countries.