In the Context of Religion, Which of the Following Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

In the context of religion, which of the following is a criticism of feminist scholars?

• A) Many feminist scholars view religion as an opiate to people.
• B) Feminist scholars imply that religion is indispensable to leading a good life.
• C) The progress of women in organized religion is overemphasized by many feminist scholars.
• D) Feminist scholars attach too much credence to Marx's concept of false consciousness.
• E) Religious women are not as oppressed as many feminist scholars claim.

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