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According to Chesnutt, what is NOT one of the reasons for the popularity of Santa Muerte?
The Catholic Church has embraced her importance as a saint
Santa Muerte has a reputation as a powerful miracle worker
Many people in Latin America are struggling financially due to the poor economy
Some people feel judged by the Catholic Church and so don’t want to pray to one of the Catholic saints
Question 4
5 / 5 pts
The majority of devotees of Santa Muerte are criminals
True
False
Question 5
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According to Lofton, what “product” does Oprah sell?
Her story
Her preferences
Spirituality
All of these
Question 6
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What is NOT one of the reasons Lofton discusses that Oprah can be compared to a religious authority figure.
She speaks frequently about her Christian faith
She engages in missionary work through her non-profit organizations
She is America’s confessor because her guests tell her very private things
Her fans strongly believe what she says to be true
Question 7
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What is NOT part of Oprah’s “spiritual capitalism”?
Convincing her viewers that a better life relies on purchasing the right products
Promising her viewers that they improve their lives
Elevating self-care to a ritual
Encouraging her viewers that they have to join a spiritual movement
Question 8
5 / 5 pts
What is the main teaching of the prosperity gospel?
God wants you to live a simple life