If Martha believes that childhood should be considered to be "a time of innocence, during which children should have few responsibilities or chores," she would be describing the view of childhood that was common:
A) in ancient Greece
B) in ancient Rome
C) in modern, industrialized societies like the United States today
D) throughout history in Western societies since about 3,000 B. C.

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In both ancient Greece and ancient Rome, children were viewed as little more than material possessions, who were often exploited and treated harshly. Only since about 1500 have children in Western societies been considered as innocents who should not be required to adopt adult roles and responsibilities.

If Martha Believes That Childhood Should Be Considered to Be