Directions: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Each question will present three words (I, II, and III) that can fill the blanks. Choose the option containing the word(s) that correctly fills the blanks to complete the passage.

Prayer’s therapeutic effects on problem-solving is a new scientific finding, but other scholars have suggested ways in which prayer helps. Some have proposed that group rituals, which may include prayer, function socially by ______ (A) ingroup status and commitment, and are linked to prosocial behaviour. Studies also indicate psychological benefits of prayer, such as reduced anxiety, heightened gratitude, and resilience. Additionally, some research points to ______ (B) benefits – prayer has been shown to improve health among certain populations. Intriguingly, one study even found that prayer might ______ (C) the outcomes of medical procedures like in vitro fertilisation. The general consensus is that humans pray because it improves thinking and feelings of wellbeing. In the United States, the connection between religion and therapy is particularly ______ (D). William James, often regarded as the father of modern psychology, believed that religious experiences could contribute to a ‘Science of Religion.’ Many New Age belief systems, from the New Thought movement to manifestation trends, promote a link between prayer-like activities and ______ (E) effects.