Which of the following is an example of a revitalization movement?
A) the religious movement of Handsome Lake, which convinced the Seneca to stop drinking
B) the conversion of the Tikopian islanders to Christianity by missionaries
C) the witchcraft accusations of Salem, Massachusetts
D) the Lahu adaptation of the Buddha into a male-female couple

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A revitalization movement is a religious or social movement aimed at revitalizing a society. The religious movement led by Handsome Lake among the Seneca people was aimed at promoting sobriety, agricultural development, and cultural renewal among the people. This is a clear example of a revitalization movement. The other options do not fit this definition as closely. B is an example of religious conversion, C is an example of religious conflict and hysteria, and D is an example of religious adaptation.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Revitalization