Marx’s notion that religion diverts the thoughts of workers to the afterlife rather than toward rebellion against their worldly oppressors is expressed by his statement ________.
A. “If people believe the situation is real, it is real in the consequences.”
B. “The sum of the whole is no greater than the sum of the parts.”
C. “Religion is … the opium of the people.”
D. “You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink.”
Answer:C
Marx’s notion that religion diverts the thoughts of workers to the afterlife rather than toward rebellion against their worldly oppressors is expressed by his statement ________.
A. “If people believe the situation is real, it is real in the consequences.” B. “The sum of the whole is no greater than the sum of the parts.” C. “Religion is … the opium of the people.” D. “You can lead a horse to water but you can’t make him drink.”