Why are 18 Year Olds Considered Adults?

Why are 18 Year Olds Considered Adults?

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History

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores why 18 is considered the age of adulthood, examining cultural, legal, and historical factors. It discusses the evolution of childhood as a protected class, the impact of the Industrial Revolution, and changes in labor laws. The video also highlights racial and social dynamics and the legal milestones that led to 18 being the age of majority, including the influence of World War II and civil rights movements.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is 18 often considered the age of adulthood in many cultures?

Due to a combination of cultural, legal, and historical factors

It is a longstanding tradition across all societies

Because it is the age when most people finish puberty

Because the brain fully matures at 18

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major historical event significantly altered the perception of child labor?

The Great Depression

The American Civil War

The Industrial Revolution

The Renaissance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which act set the minimum working age for dangerous jobs at 18 in the US?

The Industrial Safety Act

The Education Reform Act

The Child Labor Act

The Fair Labor Standards Act

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did literature contribute to the discussion on child labor and protection?

By ignoring the issue

By glorifying child labor

By depicting the harsh realities faced by children

By promoting child labor as a necessity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor in lowering the voting age to 18 in the US?

The end of World War I

The slogan 'Old enough to fight, old enough to vote'

The Great Depression

The influence of the Civil Rights Movement

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which amendment to the US Constitution lowered the voting age to 18?

The 15th Amendment

The 26th Amendment

The 24th Amendment

The 19th Amendment

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What societal issue was mirrored in the debates about the voting age?

Economic inequality

Civil rights and full citizenship

Environmental protection

Technological advancement