Which class were craftsmen who built everyday items like furniture?

• A. Knights
• B. Serfs
• C. Merchants
• D. Craftsmen

Answer: (D)

The concept being tested is the role of different social classes in producing everyday goods. Craftsmen, or artisans, are the group whose specialty is making practical items through skilled handwork, such as furniture, tools, and household goods. They are defined by their craft and production of goods, often organized into guilds that trained apprentices, set quality standards, and regulated prices.

Knights are noble warriors, focusing on land and military service; serfs are peasants who work the land they depend on; merchants are traders who buy and sell goods rather than make them. The craftsman’s distinctive function is the actual creation of tangible goods used daily, which is why they fit this description best.