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GST 112 Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period Objective Question
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Which non-agricultural occupation was described as the most widespread and engaging a large number of people in the pre-colonial period?
Options
A Mining gold.
B Blacksmithing.
C The cloth industry.
Correct Answer
D Hunting and gathering.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The text states: "The cloth industry according to record appeared to be the most widespread and the one which engaged a large number of people in the production of cotton, yarns, threads and dye."

Hint

Look for descriptions of various crafts and industries and identify which one had the largest workforce.

Question Info

Course: GST 112
Topic: Study Session 11: Labour and Culture in The Pre-Colonial Period
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 579 of 1270
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