In 1989,four young Korean sisters attempted to kill themselves by ingesting rat poison.The three surviving sisters told authorities they attempted to take their own lives because they
A)were depressed about the lack of opportunity for girls in Korean society.
B)had suffered physical abuse at the hands of their father.
C)felt alienated from their church congregation.
D)wanted to ensure the success of their brother.

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The sisters attempted to take their own lives because they believed their sacrifice would ensure the success of their brother, reflecting the intense pressure and value placed on male offspring in some aspects of Korean society at the time.

In 1989,four Young Korean Sisters Attempted to Kill Themselves by Ingesting