Question

Which of the following was the function of guilds in medieval Europe?
A.Fixing the location of trade centres
B.Determining the quality of products
C.Controlling the quantity of goods to be produced
D.Punishing its members for unfair practices

Answer 1

Instructions:

• The traders and merchants of European cities formed associations called guilds.
• Guilds comprised blacksmiths, goldsmiths, leather workers, and carpenters.
• Responsibilities of the guilds included:

1. Fixing prices
2. Determining the quality of products
3. Regulating the working hours of workers.

Solution: B. Determining the quality of products.