Question

Unlike 16th century enclosures those in the 18th century were undertaken to ________.

• A. increase grain production
• B. created by individuals
• C. lacked state support
• D. result of pressure from landowners

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

increase grain production

In the 16th century enclosures proceeded slowly and were created by individual landlord with the intention to promote sheep farming. In the 18th century, unlike the 16th century, there was a frantic effort to enclose lands, signifying changing times. Land was enclosed to promote grain production. Hence, Option A is correct.