Most kids were sent to houses of refuge because of _____ and _____ and were sentenced or committed indefinitely until they reached adulthood.

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Vagrancy, which refers to homelessness or wandering, was a common reason for sending children to houses of refuge. Petty crimes, such as theft or vandalism, were also often cited as reasons for their placement. Truancy and running away were also factors, but not as common as vagrancy and petty crime. Gambling was not typically a reason for placement in a house of refuge.

Most Kids Were Sent to Houses of Refuge Because of _____