Answer:
(a) A
Rich Farmer The open field system was not beneficial for the rich farmer who
preferred to expand his land holding by enclosing the open land. In the 18th
century, the second round of enclosing open field took place to increase grain production.
(b) A Labourer All villagers had access to common land or the open
fields. The small poor farmers and labourers used the open fields for grazing sheep
and cows.
They fished in the rivers and ponds and hunted rabbits in
common forests. For the poor labourer, the open common land was essential for
survival. It supplemented their meager income, sustained their cattle and
helped them tide over bad times when the crops failed.
(c) A Peasant Woman For her family, the poor
woman collected fuel wood for fire; berries and fruits for
food. Common lands helped her tide over bad times when crops failed. So, it was
beneficial to a peasant woman.
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