What essential function does critical art serve in consumerist societies?

A. Enhancing product design through artistic innovation

B. Providing therapeutic escape from daily stress

C. Challenging superficial notions of happiness

D. Preserving traditional cultural heritage

核心考点：批判性艺术的社会功能解题思路：需选择揭示表面幸福观缺陷的选项选项分析：C选项准确对应挑战虚假幸福观；A选项服务于商业目的；B选项提供逃避途径；D选项侧重文化保护易错提醒：可能误选B，但原文强调直面现实而非逃避

正确答案：C