In very simple preindustrial societies, religions often take the form of __________, which is the belief that supernatural forces affect people's lives either positively or negatively.

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Simple supernaturalism is the belief in supernatural forces that affect people's lives in positive or negative ways. It is often found in very basic, preindustrial societies where there is little understanding of natural phenomena. Animism, on the other hand, is the belief that non-human entities, such as animals and plants, have spirits or souls. Theism is the belief in one or more gods or goddesses, and transcendent idealism is the belief that the world we live in is an illusion, and that the true reality lies beyond our physical experiences.

In Very Simple Preindustrial Societies, Religions Often Take the Form