Hypotheses
Figure 1 illustrates my hypothesis concerning multicultural nations that were
subjugated to colonialism. I predict that modernization will most reflect the changes
outlined in Durkheim’s Division of Labor and Lerner’s Passing of Traditional Society in
multicultural countries that were colonized but have no remaining indigenous groups.
Increases in rates of urbanization, adult literacy, and usage of mass media will lead to:
a) decrease in importance of religion
b) increase in belief scientific advances will help