Question

A spiritual movement in reaction to disruptive contact with Western capitalism is also called a(n):__________.

Answer 1

Answer:

A spiritual movement in reaction to disruptive contact with Western capitalism is also called a cargo cult.

Explanation:

The idea of cargo cult originated from observing how indigenous people from Melanesia changed their religious beliefs and behaviors after having had contact with capitalism and foreigners. Societies that engage in cargo cult believe a new era is about to begin. That usually includes a messiah who can bring them cargo - products such as the ones they have seen be delivered to the foreigners. Thus, rituals are developed, sometimes things and animals are destroyed, all in preparation to receive the divine cargo.