Superstitions

What are superstitions deeply rooted in?

• Cultural and psychological factors

• Religious beliefs

• Historical events

• Scientific evidence

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What does the human tendency to seek patterns and connections in random events contribute to?

• Good luck

• Superstitions

• Logical thinking

• Probability

Why do people turn to superstitions?

• To feel in control of uncertain situations

• To seek guidance from higher powers

• To connect with their cultural heritage

• To rebel against societal norms

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Beliefs or practices that are based on fear of the unknown or the belief that certain actions can bring about good or bad luck are known as ___

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What are the main factors contributing to superstitions according to the passage 'The Psychology Behind Superstitions'?

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2