Question

What are two reasons why the author decided to include information about different types of handicrafts?
to show how technology has replaced traditional handicraft techniques
to show how handicrafts are still thriving
to show a brief history of the development of handicrafts
to show a wide range of popular handicrafts
to show how the demand for handicrafts is fading

Answer 1

Answer:

b) to show how handicrafts are still thriving

d) to show a wide range of popular handicrafts

Explanation:

The author uses a range of handicrafts to vary the audience's attention.

• Phulkari means flower craft or garden in Punjabi.

• Mirror embroidery is a style of needlework in which little fragments of mirror are stitched to fabric. It's popular in India's dry desert and sunny regions.

• Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh's Chikankari embroidered