How are children viewed in the society in which the Hadleys live?
As completely helpless
as mentally unstable
as spiritually rewarding
as generally obedient
See my answer below (to your last question). What are you reading? Who are the Hadleys?
To understand how children are viewed in the society in which the Hadleys live, we need to reference a specific context or source of information. However, assuming that you are referring to the short story "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury, the following description applies:
In "The Veldt," the Hadleys live in a futuristic society where children are portrayed as both wonderful and concerning. The Hadley children, Wendy and Peter, are portrayed as somewhat manipulative and detached from their parents. In this society, children are viewed as largely autonomous and capable of taking care of themselves due to the advanced technology at their disposal, such as the nursery, a virtual reality room that caters to their every whim.
However, this portrayal does not necessarily represent the broader society's view of children. The parents, George and Lydia Hadley, begin to realize that their children's behavior is unsettling and potentially harmful. This suggests that children may not be viewed as completely trustworthy or independent in this society.
Overall, children in the society of "The Veldt" are depicted as having considerable autonomy, which can be a double-edged sword. While they are technologically skilled and seemingly self-sufficient, this portrayal also raises concerns about their level of dependency, emotional development, and the potentially negative consequences of unrestrained access to technology.