Marilyn vos Savant, a 10-year-old girl from Missouri, recorded an unprecedented IQ score of over 220 in 1956, later recognized by The Guinness Book of World Records. Despite being celebrated as a genius, her life did not yield scientific breakthroughs or celebrated artistic achievements. Throughout her life, she faced personal struggles, including multiple marriages and motherhood. The concept of genius is discussed as a reflection of cultural values, indicating how society's perceptions change over time, from the Renaissance to the modern tech-driven era.
"In 1956, a 10-year-old girl from Missouri took the Stanford-Binet IQ test, scoring an equivalent IQ north of 220, lauded as the highest childhood score ever."
"The notion of genius reflects cultural values—who we label as genius shows what society values and tolerates, differing by historical context."
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