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The Significance and Factors Influencing Flemish Weavers in the Early Modern Period

History
GCSE Grade 8 / Year 9
10 questions
~20 mins
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This worksheet explores the significance of Flemish weavers and the various factors that influenced their rise and decline, encouraging students to analyze, compare, and evaluate historical causes and effects.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Medieval & Early Modern
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Flemish Weavers
#Identify key factors influencing the Flemish weaving industry
#Analyze the relative importance of political, social, economic, and religious factors
#Evaluate the significance of these factors in shaping the industry

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The Significance and Factors Influencing Flemish Weavers in the Early Modern Period

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Grade GCSE Grade 8 / Year 9
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Introduction to Flemish Weavers

Source A: Excerpt from a historical overview

The Flemish weavers in the 15th and 16th centuries were renowned for their high-quality textiles, which were highly sought after across Europe. Their industry was supported by a combination of political stability, economic prosperity, and social organization. Provenance: Modern historical summary, based on trade records and economic analysis.

1.
List the main factors that contributed to the success of the Flemish weavers according to Source A. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain why the economic factors were important for the development of the Flemish weaving industry. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Political Factors

Source B: Political stability in Flanders

The region of Flanders experienced relative political stability during the 15th century, which helped encourage trade and industry growth. Provenance: Historical political analysis from a university textbook.

1.
Compare the importance of political stability with economic prosperity in supporting the Flemish weaving industry. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Outline how political stability could influence social factors within Flanders. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Social Factors

Source C: Social organization of Flemish weavers

The guild system played a vital role in maintaining quality and training new weavers, ensuring the industry's continued success. Provenance: Analysis from a social history book.

1.
Analyse the role of the guild system in supporting the Flemish weaving industry. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Explain how social factors, like guilds, might have both helped and limited industry growth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
D

Religious Factors

Source D: Religious influence on trade

The Catholic Church supported trade and craftsmanship as part of its role in promoting community welfare, which benefited industries like weaving. Provenance: Religious studies journal article.

1.
Compare the influence of religious support with economic factors on the success of Flemish weavers. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Outline the ways religious beliefs could have both supported and hindered the industry. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
E

Ranking and Justification

Source E: Modern analysis of factors

Historians often debate whether economic or political factors were more significant in the rise of Flemish weaving. Many argue that economic prosperity was the key driver. Provenance: Modern historical analysis.

1.
Which factor do you think was MORE significant in the success of the Flemish weavers: political stability or economic prosperity? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
2.
Outline the main factors that contributed to the decline of the Flemish weaving industry. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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