Since so many people lived in agrarian communities prior to the mid-twentieth century, animals rights were taken much more seriously by previous generations than they are today,

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ANS: F
The idea that animals deserve serious moral consideration did not gain widespread acceptance until relatively recently.

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What will be an ideal response?

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What will be an ideal response?

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