What Was the General Attitude Toward Children in Ancient Europe

question 129

Multiple Choice

What was the general attitude toward children in ancient Europe?

• A) The child deserved legal protection by the government.
• B) The child should be coddled and pampered by parents.
• C) The child was the property of parents, with no rights of its own.
• D) The child was given life to provide eventual support to parents.

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