In Contrast to Earlier Previous Times, by the End of the Middle

question 129

Multiple Choice

In contrast to earlier previous times, by the end of the Middle Ages, attitudes about children in Western societies had:

• A) changed for the worse - children were viewed primarily as burdens on the family
• B) changed for the better - children came to be viewed as experiencing a period of innocence
• C) changed for the worse - children were viewed as miniature adults with adult responsibilities
• D) changed for the better - children's opinions were given much broader responsibilities and had greater obligations for helping the family

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Definitions:

Radula

A unique organ found in molluscs, except for bivalves, consisting of a ribbon-like structure lined with tiny teeth used for feeding.

Cephalopods

Cephalopods are a class of mollusks that include creatures such as squids, octopuses, cuttlefish, and nautiluses, known for their bilateral body symmetry, prominent head, and set of arms or tentacles.

Digestive Tract

A complex series of organs and glands responsible for the digestion and absorption of nutrients, elimination of waste, and food transportation.

Symmetrical Body Plan

A layout of an organism's body parts in a balanced distribution around a central line or point, allowing for the division into mirror-like halves.