Changing Nature of Childhood (OCR A-Level Sociology): Quizzes
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Why do sociologists argue that childhood is a social construct?
Why do sociologists argue that childhood is a social construct?
It varies between times & cultures
How is childhood viewed in Western society?
How is childhood viewed in Western society?
As a distinct life stage
According to Punch, at what age do children in Bolivia take on work responsibilities?
According to Punch, at what age do children in Bolivia take on work responsibilities?
5 years old
What did Aries argue about childhood in the Middle Ages?
What did Aries argue about childhood in the Middle Ages?
The idea didn't exist
How were children treated legally in the Middle Ages according to Aries?
How were children treated legally in the Middle Ages according to Aries?
Same rights & punishments as adults
What is Postman's view about the future of childhood?
What is Postman's view about the future of childhood?
Childhood is disappearing
What evidence does Postman give for childhood disappearing?
What evidence does Postman give for childhood disappearing?
Growing clothing similarity & adult crimes
How does Jenks respond to Postman's view?
How does Jenks respond to Postman's view?
Childhood is changing, not disappearing
According to Jenks, what type of social change is affecting childhood?
According to Jenks, what type of social change is affecting childhood?
Modernity to postmodernity
What does the 'march of progress' view claim about modern childhood?
What does the 'march of progress' view claim about modern childhood?
Children more valued & protected
How do Marxists view compulsory schooling?
How do Marxists view compulsory schooling?
Prepares for capitalist exploitation
What do Postmodernists argue about progress in childhood?
What do Postmodernists argue about progress in childhood?
Inequalities exist among children