Which Child Raised Under Difficult Conditions Is Most Likely to Have

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Multiple Choice

Which child raised under difficult conditions is most likely to have a successful adult life?

• A)Oscar experienced a series of tragedies;his mother died,then his family lost all their money within a few years.
• B)Petronella's parents are alcoholic.But Petronella is a mellow,optimistic child who spends her days with a loving grandmother.
• C)Quincy's parents give all their attention to their eldest daughter,so they have very little time for Quincy.
• D)Rhonda doesn't handle stress well and she gets very upset with change.Now that she is in fourth grade,Rhonda,has attended a total of eight schools.

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Definitions:

Economic Arrangements

The structured and systemic ways in which economic activities and resources are organized, distributed, and managed within a society or between entities.

Minimal Government

A political philosophy that advocates for a government with the least amount of power necessary to maintain social order and protect individual rights.

Anarchy

A state of confusion and social disorder where, in lieu of a ruling government, everyone is allowed to or is able to do whatever he or she wants.

Theocracy

Rule by (i.e., leadership of the society accorded to) the most powerful religious people. (Literally, “rule by God.”)