Elizabethans had many occupational choices. One could become an apothecary, clerk, physician, or even court jester. Though there seemed to be a myriad of careers to choose from, most people still ended up being very poor. In order to survive, what illegal activity did a large number of citizens pursue ?
Correct answer: A. Begging
- A. Begging
- B. Money lending
- C. Fortune-telling
- D. Wine bottling
Explanation
Begging became widespread among the poor and was treated as an illegal or punishable activity under Tudor poor laws. Money lending and fortune-telling existed, but they were not the broad survival activity described here.
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