Did the guild system change women's role in the economy?

No, although many women became professionals, they were not paid enough to affect the economy.

No, women mostly stayed home and very few received wages of any kind for services performed.

Yes, guilds opened membership to both men and women and paid them equally for the same tasks.

Yes, women were encouraged to join guilds and could perform many tasks and services.

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Daniel Benitez

11 June, 17:37

Did the guild system change women's role in the economy?

No, although many women became professionals, they were not paid enough to affect the economy.

No, women mostly stayed home and very few received wages of any kind for services performed.

Yes, guilds opened membership to both men and women and paid them equally for the same tasks.

Yes, women were encouraged to join guilds and could perform many tasks and services.

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Annabella Bartlett · Answer 1

The guild system did not change women's roles in the economy because even though many women became professionals, their pay was not enough to affect the economy. (sadly.)