Within the Family, the Operation of the Loom

question 68

Multiple Choice

Within the family, the operation of the loom

• A)was somewhat dangerous, and children were forbidden from helping with it.
• B)generally only occupied one person, leaving other family members to farm or seek outside employment.
• C)was reserved for the male head of household.
• D)was considered a woman's job, as were most of the sewing crafts.

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