The works of Fontenelle
A)popularize a growing skepticism toward the claims of religion.
B)portray churches as allies of scientific progress.
C)discourage amateur conversations about scientific matters.
D)question the capacity of women to comprehend scientific discourse.
E)advocated the replacement of Catholicism with Protestantism because the latter was more liberal.

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Fontenelle's works, such as "Conversations on the Plurality of Worlds," were known for promoting a skepticism towards religious claims and advocating for a more secular, rational perspective.

The Works of Fontenelle