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“Sometimes I really think people ought to have to pass a proper exam before they're allowed to be parents. Not just the practical, I mean.” quote by Terry Pratchett
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“Sometimes I really think people ought to have to pass a proper exam before they're allowed to be parents. Not just the practical, I mean.”

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Novel: Discworld, 1990

Parents should be evaluated for readiness, beyond practical skills, to ensure responsible childrearing.

In simple terms: Parents need proper assessment.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for parental readiness standards.

Themes

parenting responsibility assessment

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

political ethical

When to use this quote

  • adoption processes
  • parenting classes
  • government policy

Key Concepts

social policy ethical standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • What criteria matter most?
  • How to implement fairly?
A Different Perspective

May infringe on personal freedoms; balance needed.

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