Question

what challenge faced by the orphan train movement highlights the lack of legal protections for the children? a the long and uncomfortable journeys to rural areas. b the separation of siblings due to family preferences. c the use of flyers to advertise the arrival of the children. d the absence of legal paperwork during child placements.

Explanation:

To determine the challenge highlighting the lack of legal protections for children in the Orphan Train Movement, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Uncomfortable journeys relate to travel conditions, not legal protections.
• Option B: Sibling separation due to family preferences is about family choices, not legal safeguards.
• Option C: Using flyers for advertising is a method of finding placements, not a legal protection issue.
• Option D: The absence of legal paperwork during child placements directly shows a lack of legal formalities and protections for the children.

Answer:

D. The absence of legal paperwork during child placements.