Before the 20th Century,there Was No Concept of Adolescence; Children

question 11

Multiple Choice

Before the 20th century,there was no concept of adolescence; children moved to adulthood either through physical maturity or when they began apprenticeships.Adolescence is

• A) an arbitrary state.
• B) a sign of puberty.
• C) a social construction.
• D) a genetically determined stage.

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Definitions:

Sedimentary Layer

A layer of sedimentary rock which has been deposited over time, often distinguishable from other layers by its composition and color.

Granite

A coarse-grained igneous rock composed mainly of quartz and feldspar.

Stromatolites

Layered structures formed by the growth of microbial mats, often found in fossil form and considered some of the oldest evidence of life on Earth.

Microscopic Creatures

Tiny organisms that can only be seen with the aid of a microscope, including bacteria, protozoa, and some fungi and algae.