What does the shift from civil religion to common religion mean?

1. A Option A: The increasing bureaucracy of the state has made religion only a marginal part of our lives
2. B Option B: Despite the weakening of traditional authority, our everyday lives and common sense remain shaped by religious beliefs and values
3. C Option C: Religious participation in collective worship may have declined, but people still practise their faiths in private
4. D Option D: People are much more likely to discuss their religious beliefs in public, informal settings

Answer checked 11 October 2026 · How we write and check questions