Mega-churches are commonly regarded to be churches with more than 2000 people attending weekly - HSC - SSCE Studies of Religion - Question 9 - 2016 - Paper 1

The question requires determining which option among a set of four describes a characteristic specific to mega-churches. According to common definitions and studies on church demographics, mega-churches are often situated in urban or suburban regions rather than rural areas. They typically attract a younger demographic compared to traditional churches, who may appeal more to older generations. Furthermore, while some mega-churches do emphasize female leadership, this is not universally true. Lastly, mega-churches are generally noted for having a fluid membership, often attracting individuals from various denominations rather than being less likely to have such members.

The correct answer is (B) They have a higher proportion of young people than traditional churches.