The textbook describes several patterns and trends in religiosity across countries over time. What are the major patterns and trends? How does the United States differ, if at all, from the patterns in Western Europe and other members of the OECD?
In your essay, it may help to jump forward in the book to frame your response in relation to the six hypotheses described in Conclusions (pp. 215-241. The bulk of the material, or fodder for your answer is in Chapter 4 (pp. 83-110).
Be as specific as space allows for an essay of no more than 2,500 words. Cite your material appropriately.
