During medieval times,
A) children were treated as adults once they were old enough to perform daily routines.
B) clear awareness existed of children as vulnerable beings.
C) children were viewed as blank slates.
D) harsh, restrictive child-rearing practices were recommended to tame depraved children.

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Medieval society was aware of the vulnerability of children, particularly infants and young children. However, this did not mean that they were treated with the same level of care and protection as today. Children were often perceived as miniature adults and were expected to carry out daily tasks and contribute to the household as soon as they were physically able. While there were some efforts to educate and instruct children, particularly of the upper classes, there was also a belief that children were inherently sinful and needed strict discipline to ensure obedience and morality.

During Medieval Times