The deserving poor and Sturdy beggars Flashcards
What were the two main categories of the poor during the 15th and 16th centuries?
The deserving poor and the sturdy beggars.
Who were considered the deserving poor?
People who were either too young, too old or too sick to work.
What characterized the sturdy beggars?
They were people who had all the capabilities of working but were lazy. They were often referred to as the work shy.
True or False: The deserving poor were often supported by charitable organizations.
True.
Fill in the blank: The deserving poor were often seen as _____ members of society.
worthy.
What societal changes contributed to the rise of the sturdy beggars?
Urbanization and the decline of feudalism.
True or False: All beggars were treated equally by society.
False.
What role did the Poor Laws play in the treatment of the poor?
They established a framework for providing assistance to the deserving poor.
Fill in the blank: The deserving poor often included _____ and children.
widows.
What was a common punishment for sturdy beggars?
They could be whipped or imprisoned.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a common form of aid for the deserving poor?
A) Food B) Handouts C) Both A and B
Who primarily funded the assistance for the deserving poor?
Local governments and charitable organizations.
What was the impact of the Protestant Reformation on attitudes towards the poor?
It shifted some views towards self-reliance and personal responsibility.
True or False: Sturdy beggars were often able to find employment.
False.
Fill in the blank: The deserving poor were often depicted in art as _____ figures.
noble.
What was one way society tried to differentiate between the deserving poor and sturdy beggars?
By employing local officials to assess individual cases.
Fill in the blank: The sturdy beggars often resorted to _____ to survive.
theft.
What did the term ‘sturdy beggar’ imply about an individual’s character?
Lack of motivation to work.
Who were the vagrants?
