Childhood

Question 1

Aries

Answer 1

Pre 13th century children were seen as miniature adults wearing the same clothes and engaging in the same leisurely activities. The 13th century saw the emergence of schooling and the seperation of knowledge.

Question 2

Benedict

Answer 2

None industrial societies children differ in three ways. Increased responsibility, children working and deference to adult authority.

Question 3

Malinowski

Answer 3

Tribrand Islanders genitals not taboo such as in Western countries. Children socialised differently.

Question 4

Firestone and Holt

Answer 4

4 ways in which children are controlled: Time, Money, Space and Bodies.

Question 5

Marsh

Answer 5

Online games are evidence of children creating their own cultures unrestricted by adults.

Question 6

Mcrobbie

Answer 6

Girls more restricted than boys due to parents fearing they are more likely to be abducted or assaulted therefore they are encouraged to stay inside.

Question 7

Postman

Answer 7

Development of mass media is leading to the disappearance of Childhood. (no longer an information hierarchy).

Question 8

Jenks

Answer 8

There is a loss of innocence in childhood however it is not disappearing. The child is a rare source of stability in the family. (dionysian to appolonian image of the child)