B. 1. Which sentence best describes the author's point RI.6 of view about women's contributions to art? A. Women are encouraged to produce creative works, but they are too timid to do so. Women have often been devalued and prevented from pursuing the same creative passions as men. C. Throughout history, women have consistently gained the experiences needed to inspire creative works. D. Female artists have been praised throughout history for their accomplishments, for the sole reason that female artists are uncommon.