Medieval Guilds Quiz

What was the main purpose of guilds in medieval Europe?

• To build religious institutions

• To organize military expeditions

• To provide free education to children

• To control trade in a town

What was the role of guilds in training future members?

• They focused on teaching academic subjects

• They charged parents to house and feed apprentices

• They only accepted children of guild members

• They provided free training to anyone interested

What was the significance of the Crusades on the development of guilds?

• It caused a decrease in the number of craftsmen

• It resulted in the abolishment of feudalism

• It led to the decline of guilds

• It brought trade goods into Europe from the Middle East

What was the purpose of a journeyman in a guild?

• To oversee the operations of the guild

• To provide financial support to the guild members

• To receive wages and work on a masterpiece

• To train new apprentices in the guild

What was the role of guilds in providing support to its members, if one passed away?

• They offered free healthcare to all members

• They were responsible for maintaining law and order in the town

• They provided financial assistance to widows and children

• They focused on promoting cultural activities in the town