Which of the Following Statements Concerning Salons Is NOT True

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning salons is NOT true?

• A)Salons were literary-minded gatherings where advanced ideas were discussed.
• B)As hostesses of salons, women were able to influence artistic and literary taste.
• C)Salons were frequented by wealthy bourgeoisie but shunned by aristocrats and government officials.
• D)The reputation of a salon depended upon the men a hostess was able to attract.
• E)The perception that women exerted undue influence on politics led to the decline of salons.

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