Historical story

What did tudor girls do?

* Learned household skills. Tudor girls were expected to be proficient in a variety of household skills, such as cooking, cleaning, and sewing. They would learn these skills from their mothers or other female relatives.

* Received formal education. Some Tudor girls from wealthy families received formal education, which typically included reading, writing, and arithmetic. They might also learn music, dance, and art.

* Married. Most Tudor girls married in their early twenties. Marriage was seen as a way for women to secure their future and gain social status.

* Had children. Tudor women typically had many children, and they were responsible for raising them.

* Worked. Many Tudor women worked in addition to managing the household. They might work as servants, seamstresses, or midwives.

* Participated in religious activities. Tudor women were expected to be pious and to attend church regularly. They might also participate in religious organizations, such as the guilds.

* Enjoyed leisure activities. Tudor women enjoyed a variety of leisure activities, such as reading, playing games, and dancing.