Which type of subculture arises as a result of climatic conditions, the natural environment and resources, the characteristics of the various immigrant groups that have settled there, and significant social and political events?

A. ethnic

B. regional

C. religious

D. generational

E. transient

Answer: regional

America is basically a _____. That is, the educational system, government, and political process are not controlled by a religious group, and most people's daily behaviors are not guided by strict religious guidelines.

A. Godless society

B. secular society

C. religious society

D. non-Christian society

E. regional society

Answer: secular society

The different religions in America prescribing differing values and behaviors are known as religious _____.

A. subcultures

B. sects

C. segments

D. societies

E. pacts

Answer: subcultures

Much of the American value system and the resultant political and social institutions are derived from the _____ beliefs of the early settlers.

A. Judaic

B. Islamic

C. Confucian

D. Christian

E. Buddhist

Answer: Christian

Which of the following groups is characterized by a strong belief in the literal truth of the Bible, a very strong commitment to their religious beliefs, having had a "born-again" experience, and encouraging others to believe in Jesus Christ?

A. Buddhists

B. Confucianists

C. Born-again Christians

D. Islamists

E. Jewish

Answer: born again christians

Which of the following is NOT a country from which Arab Americans come?

A. Morocco

B. Algeria

C. Egypt

D. Saudi Arabia

E. Israel

Answer: Israel