Question

which of the following statements best characterizes the differences between monotheism polytheism and animism

Answer 1

Monotheism is the belief of one god or deity. Islam, Christianity and Judaism are examples of this type of religious belief.  Polytheism is the belief in several deities.  Hinduism, Ancient religions of Egypt and Greece were also good examples.  Animism is the belief that inanimate objects have spiritual substance.  This is common among indigenous tribes where they feel that trees and other objects have some spiritual substance.

Answer 2

Answer:

Polytheism is the belief in many gods, while animism is the belief that objects in nature have spirits.

Explanation:

Polytheism is the belief and worship in many gods and Animism is the belief that objects in nature, such as trees and bodies of water, have spirits.