The French philosopher and satirist Voltaire was attracted to Confucianism because he
a. found it full of material that he could ridicule in his satirical writing.
b. felt that it pointed to an alternative to absolute monarchy.
c. regarded it as an alternative to organized religion.
d. believed that it promoted universal education.
c
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What view did the white farmers' alliances have of black voting?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.