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

question 138

Multiple Choice

In contrast to earlier 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:

Culture

The collective manifestations of human intellectual achievement regarded collectively, encompassing language, customs, beliefs, and institutions.

Assault Victim

An individual who has suffered an attack or physical harm by someone.

Power

The ability or capacity to do something or act in a particular way; often involves controlling or influencing others.

Society

A group of individuals involved in persistent social interaction, or a large social grouping sharing the same geographical or social territory, typically subject to the same political authority and dominant cultural expectations.