SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
People skilled in making tools who devote their time to such work soon developed and were called ____
A
skilled labor
B
artisans
C
craftsmen
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An artisan is someone that works with their hands to create unique, functional and/or decorative items using traditional techniques. Artisans are masters of their craft and create products such as clothes, toys, tools or furnishings.

Detailed explanation-2: -The definition of an artisan is a skilled worker or craftsman. A baker of specialty breads is an example of an artisan. A skilled manual worker who uses tools and machinery in a particular craft.

Detailed explanation-3: -The term “artisan” originates back in the middle ages. Borrowed from the French, the term was given to those who worked in a skilled trade; making pieces or providing certain services. Owners of such businesses were known as “masters”, while those lower in standing were known as “journeymen” or “apprentices”.

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