Question 1

In the nineteenth century, child welfare agencies were mainly:&#10;A) Run by the government.&#10;B) Targeted to African-American children.&#10;C) Run by private agencies.&#10;D) Focused on prevention.

Accepted Answer

In the nineteenth century, child welfare agencies were primarily run by private agencies, not the government. These organizations focused on the care and placement of orphaned or abandoned children, often through orphanages or adoption services, rather than prevention or targeting specific racial groups.

Question 2

The Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children:&#10;A) Spearheaded the Orphan Train movement&#10;B) Were a forerunner of today's Child Protective Services agencies.&#10;C) Advocated for Social Security.&#10;D) Advocated to end child labor in textile mills and mines

Accepted Answer

The Societies for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children were early organizations focused on child welfare and protection, laying the groundwork for modern Child Protective Services.

Question 3

Which level of government was LAST to get involved in child welfare issues?&#10;A) Local Government&#10;B) State Government&#10;C) Federal Government

Accepted Answer

The federal government was the last to get involved in child welfare issues, with significant involvement beginning in the 20th century, while local and state governments had been addressing these issues in various capacities prior to that.

Question 4

Which of the following American cities was the home of the first attempt to professional child welfare practices?&#10;A) Boston&#10;B) New York&#10;C) Chicago&#10;D) Baltimore

Accepted Answer

Boston is recognized for the establishment of the first attempt at professional child welfare practices, notably with the founding of the Children's Aid Society in the 19th century. This organization aimed to help orphaned and abandoned children by providing them with homes, education, and employment opportunities, marking a significant step towards professional child welfare practices.

Question 5

Which of the following American cities was the first to establish a Juvenile Court?&#10;A) Boston&#10;B) New York&#10;C) Chicago&#10;D) Baltimore

Accepted Answer

Chicago established the first juvenile court in the United States in 1899, marking a significant shift towards a separate legal system for juveniles.

Deck 2: History of Child Welfare