According to the author, which of the following was true of feminist thought in Western societies before 1890？

A. Individualist feminist arguments were not found in the thought or writing of non-English-speaking feminists.
B. Individualist feminism was a strain in feminist thought, but another strain, relational feminism, predominated.
C. Relational and individualist approaches were equally prevalent in feminist thought and writing.
D. The predominant view among feminists held that the welfare of women was ultimately less important than he welfare of children.
E. The predominant view among feminists held that the exes should receive equal treatment under the law.