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In the 1996 Australian Census, approximately 67% of Aboriginal people said they were Christians - HSC - SSCE Studies of Religion - Question 4 - 2001 - Paper 1
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In the 1996 Australian Census, approximately 67% of Aboriginal people said they were Christians. What has brought this about? (A) The 'stolen generations' (B) Abo... show full transcript
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What has brought this about?
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The factor that has contributed significantly to the Christian affiliation among Aboriginal people, as noted in the 1996 Australian Census, is (D) Christian missionary activity among Aboriginal people. This missionary work led to the conversion of many Aboriginal individuals to Christianity over time, influencing their cultural and spiritual practices.