A crowed Life
What was a typical living arrangement for ordinary families in the 17th century?
A) They lived in large, multi - room houses with separate bedrooms.
B) They lived in small, one - room houses with animals.
C) They lived in apartments in the city.
D) They lived in tents or temporary shelters
What was the average number of children women used to have?
Seven or eight children.
How were children referred to by their parents instead of using ‘he’ or ‘she’?
Children were often called "it" instead of "he" or "she."
What was a common health problem in 17th century families due to their living conditions?
A) Food poisoning from contaminated food.
B) Lack of access to clean water.
C) Lice infestations and spread of illnesses.
D) Mental health issues from stress.
What percentage of children died before reaching one year of age?
One in every three children (approximately 33%)
What were some dangers children faced when left alone?
Children often got too close to fires and burned to death.
What does the word "crowded" suggest about the living conditions of ordinary families in the 17th century?
A) They had a lot of space to spread out and relax.
B) They lived in close proximity to each other, often in cramped conditions.
C) They were always busy and had little time for leisure.
D) They were very social and enjoyed spending time together.
What types of jobs did children typically do when they left home?
They worked as shepherds or helpers on farms.
What does the passage suggest about the perception of life in the past compared to its reality?
The passage suggests that people might romanticize the past, thinking it was simpler, but in reality, life was very hard for most people.
Do you think families in such close living arrangements developed stronger bonds, or would it have created more conflicts? Why?
Families might have developed stronger bonds because they spent so much time together, but the lack of privacy and constant closeness could also have led to conflicts and stress.
What do you think it would have been like for children to grow up without parents?
Growing up without parents likely made children take on responsibilities earlier, fostering independence but also causing emotional hardship.
How do you think being treated as “it” would have affected a child’s self-esteem and development?
Being treated as “it” might have made children feel undervalued, unseen, and emotionally neglected, potentially harming their self-esteem.
How do you think living with animals in the same room affected daily life?
Living with animals likely made the space smell unpleasant, and it could have contributed to the spread of diseases. It would have been difficult to maintain cleanliness and comfort.
What changes have allowed people to live longer now?
Today, advancements in medicine, improved hygiene, and better nutrition have greatly increased life expectancy.
What pressures do you think modern life creates for parents that didn’t exist in the past?
Modern pressures include balancing work and family, providing education, and managing technology use. These differ from past challenges, which were more about basic survival and physical labor