Marxism and Buddhism call into question much of what contemporary Western societies believe about the meaning of life. That is, they challenge _____

A. the idea that the point of life is humble service of those less fortunate than ourselves
B. defining happiness strictly in materialistic, individualistic and secular terms
C. the necessity of being active politically
D. the idea that religion should play a central role in our life


Answer: B

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