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History of Childhood and Parental Investment Quiz

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What did Philippe Aries argue in his book Centuries of Childhood?

Childhood was not perceived as a distinct phase of human life in medieval society (correct)

Children were considered independent individuals in medieval society

Children were highly valued and protected in medieval society

Childhood was a well-defined concept in medieval society

How did Aries describe the perception of childhood in medieval society?

Children were considered as equal to adults

Children were seen as adults in waiting (correct)

Children were sheltered from adult responsibilities

Children were given complete independence

What was the main focus of Aries' book Centuries of Childhood?

The impact of industrialization on childhood

The role of parents in shaping childhood

The historical evolution of the concept of childhood (correct)

The representation of children in medieval art

How did Aries describe the parental investment in childhood compared to modern parenting styles?

Far different from parenting styles today Signup and view all the answers

What did Aries study to support his claims about childhood in medieval society?

Depictions of children at the time Signup and view all the answers

Children living with a lone parent are more likely to:

Have behavioural problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of children born to married parents compared to children born to cohabiting couples?

Slightly higher cognitive and emotional development Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing factor between adolescents with same-sex parents and those with different-sex parents?

No marked differences in psychological well-being Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of cohabiting families?

More likely to be poor and have less formal education Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the strongest factors in predicting the level and type of education for children?

Parents' education Signup and view all the answers