Because Harpreet and Parth Are Both from India, They Have

Multiple Choice

Because Harpreet and Parth are both from India, they have many things in common, such as language, traditions, values, and customs. Even so, they are not close friends. Harpreet only feels an emotional connection with people who share his religious beliefs, which Parth does not. Harpreet does feel an emotional connection with Janea, although she is from Australia, due to their shared religious beliefs. Which description best characterizes Harpreet's relationships with Parth and Janea?

A) Harpreet is in an in-group with Janea because they share religious beliefs, and Parth is in an out-group with Harpreet because they do not share religious beliefs.
B) Harpreet is in an in-group with Janea because they share religious beliefs, and Parth is also in an in-group with Harpreet because they share a language, traditions, values, and customs.
C) Harpreet is in an out-group with Janea because they are from different continents, and Parth is in an in-group with Harpreet because they share a language, traditions, values, and customs.
D) Harpreet is in an out-group with Janea because they are from different continents, and Parth is also in an out-group with Harpreet because they do not share religious beliefs.