The Protestant Ethic, an Important Aspect of European American Identity

The Protestant ethic, an important aspect of European American identity, refers to:

A) The idea that the environment is central to their religious beliefs and practices.
B) The belief in taking care of parents and demonstrating unquestioning respect for them.
C) The idea that working hard promotes material gain and builds self-worth.
D) The emphasis on the nuclear family rather than the extended family as the primary family unit.