The authors of this article claim that the engagement ritual is more dramaturgical than ideological. However, critics of this approach (those who think it is ideological) might argue which of the following?

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Critics who think the engagement ritual is ideological might argue that it serves the needs of a society that believes in patriarchal heterosexuality and transnational capitalism (A), perpetuates sexist divisions in society, and is a sign of the conservative nature of how we view marriage and the family today (B). Additionally, they might argue that the study's focus only on heterosexual couples perpetuates a homophobic bias (C). Therefore, all of the above options are valid criticisms that could support the view that the engagement ritual is ideological.

The Authors of This Article Claim That the Engagement Ritual