In contrast to earlier previous times, by the end of the Middle Ages, attitudes about children in Western societies had:
A) changed for the worse - children were viewed primarily as burdens on the family
B) changed for the better - children came to be viewed as experiencing a period of innocence
C) changed for the worse - children were viewed as miniature adults with adult responsibilities
D) changed for the better - children's opinions were given much broader responsibilities and had greater obligations for helping the family

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By the end of the Middle Ages, Western societies had started to view children as innocent beings, with a childhood that needed to be protected. This is reflected in the art and literature of the time, such as paintings featuring children playing, and stories like "Little Red Riding Hood" and "Cinderella", which depicted children as virtuous and in need of protection. This marked a shift from earlier periods, where children were often seen as miniature adults and expected to take on adult responsibilities at an early age.

In Contrast to Earlier Previous Times, by the End of the Middle