Before consumerism could take hold,societal changes had to take place.These include all of the following EXCEPT
A) ideas of thrift as a positive personal attribute had to be changed.
B) religious ideas that scorned the material world had to be changed.
C) the ideals of individualism had to take hold in society.
D) all of the above
E) A and B only

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All of the above options had to take place before consumerism could take hold in society. The shift away from thrift and acceptance of indulgence, as well as the undermining of religious beliefs that discouraged materialism, were necessary for the rise of consumerism. Additionally, the ideals of individualism, which value personal choice and material possession as key components of identity, were also necessary for the growth of consumer culture.

Before Consumerism Could Take Hold,societal Changes Had to Take Place