Question

Explain the emergence of the middle class and how they were different from aristocracy in 18th century Europe.

Answer 1

Explanation:
This answer for this question can be broken down into two parts.

1. First, talk about the lifestyle and power of the aristocrats of Europe.
2. Second, talk about the emergence and strength of the newly emerged social class.

Answer:
Emergence of middle class

• Western and parts of Central Europe witnessed growth of industrial production and trade.
• The growth of towns furthered the emergence of commercial classes whose existence was based on production for the market.

Differences between aristocracy and the middle class:

Aristocracy	Middle Class
Dominant class of Europe both socially and politically.	Did not have much social or political power.
Owned majority of land (estates and town houses)	Very less share of land/property.
Small in number	They were the majority of the population.
Included Royals, Nobility and Clergy.	Included working-class population, middle classes, industrialists, businessmen, and other professionals.

(Mention any two differences)