Read the article about traditional handmade items.Write a summary about why people buy AND make traditional handmade items.Your summary should be about 100 words long (and no more than 120 words long). Youshould use your own words as far as possible.You will receive up to 8 marks for the content of your summary, and up to 8 marks for the style andaccuracy of your language.Traditional handmade itemsWhen you are visiting a new place or travelling to a much-loved holiday destination, picking up asouvenir to take home is all part of the tourist experience. And often, the sorts of things people liketo bring home with them are traditional handmade items or crafts. These are the types of object thathave a historical link to a certain region. This makes them particularly meaningful for many people,possibly for the reason that nowadays, so many of the things we buy are mass-produced in largefactories. Buying something that has been made by hand is much more individual, so visitors havesomething unique to help them remember their fantastic holiday.When you buy a souvenir on holiday or even on a day trip, you may well have the chance to meetthe person who has actually made it in their workshop. And if you do so, this gives you a greatopportunity to hear the story behind how it was made. For many people, one of the joys of visiting anew place is that you never know what you’ll find when you’re wandering around the local shops ormarket stalls. You just don’t get this experience when you buy something that’s been produced in alarge factory – sometimes even in another country. And when you choose to buy handmade craftsproduced locally, you are also helping to provide support to small local businesses. And if you don’thave enough room in your suitcase to bring something that’s caught your eye home with you, thendon’t worry – as you can usually arrange for it to be sent home.Items made by hand, therefore, are not just a good thing for buyers. Those who are involved inmaking these objects will find that the equipment needed to produce them is often relativelyinexpensive. It typically wouldn’t be very likely that a big machine is required, for example. In mostcases, often a simple tool will do the job perfectly well. What is more, when it comes to the materialsthat are used, these are generally easily available. And as many of these materials are often natural,such as bamboo or wood, this means that if there comes a time when the items are no longer usefulor just unwanted, they won’t end up causing long-lasting pollution in a rubbish tip. As we all know,this is all too often the end result for many plastic items, unfortunately.As well as making items to sell, many skilled craftspeople offer training workshops to those wantingto experience making their own handmade items. There are all sorts of sessions available frommaking jewellery to crafting items from wool. Running sessions such as these goes some way toensure that traditional skills are not lost.

Write a Précis and also give an appropriate title for the passage given below. (5 Marks)Technology is making advancements at a rapid rate but at the cost of a valued tradition —the craftsindustry. The traditional crafts industry is losing a lot of its trained and skilled craftsmen. With that,the art of embellishing brass and copper utensils with fine engravings is also disappearing. Thegovernment has identified around 35 crafts as languishing crafts.The specialty of hand crafted items is its design, an association with long traditions belonging to aspecific region. The word ‘handcrafted’ does not imply the involvement of dexterous human fingersor an agile mind with a moving spirit anymore. Lessening drudgery, increasing production andpromoting efficiency have taken precedence. The labour saving devices are taking the place ofhandcrafted tools and this has jeopardized the skills of these artisans. Mechanisation has made itsway into everything—cutting, polishing, edging, designing etc. Ideally the use of machinery shouldbe negligible and the handicrafts should be made purely by hand with a distinguishable artisticappeal. However, with the exception of small scale industries, the export units are mostly operatedby machines. The heavily computerized designs contribute to a faster production at lower costs.A need to highlight the importance of the handmade aspect is required by both the government andprivate sectors, in order to amplify awareness and also support the culture of making handicrafts. Afew artisans are still trying to rejuvenate and revive their culture and heritage but it’s an uphill taskcompeting with the machine made goods. Nearly two decades ago, there were around 65 lakhartisans in the country. These artisans losing their profession is definitely a matter of concern. Weas citizens of the country must stand up for them and act accordingly to promote handicrafts andoffer these highly skilled artisans a means of survival

Review the claim and the two pieces of evidence.Handmade products are more meaningful and personal than machine-made items.Evidence A: According to a recent Journal of Marketing study, people prefer handmade items because of their connection to the artist. The authors of the study state that people see handmade products as transmitting the artist's love for the product.Evidence B: In an interview at a regional craft fair, one shopper said that he prefers to buy handmade over machine-made gifts for friends and relatives, saying, "I feel that buying handmade gifts ensures that the item was carefully made using quality materials."Why is Evidence A stronger than Evidence B?Evidence B does not directly support the claim. It does not show why people prefer handmade products.Evidence B is anecdotal. It might not represent everyone's thoughts on handmade items.Submit

Consider this claim:Handmade products are more meaningful and personal than machine-made items.Which piece of evidence better supports this claim?Evidence A: According to a recent Journal of Marketing study, people prefer handmade items because of their connection to the artist. The authors of the study state that people see handmade products as transmitting the artist's love for the product.Evidence B: In an interview at a regional craft fair, one shopper said that he prefers to buy handmade over machine-made gifts for friends and relatives, saying, "I feel that buying handmade gifts ensures that the item was carefully made using quality materials."Submit

Match the consumer behaviour for a masculine and for a feminine culture:1. value practical and functional products, such as electronics and tools2. make purchasing decisions based on rationality and practicality3. prioritize aesthetic and stylish products, such as jewelry and clothing4. have less interest in shopping as a leisure activity5. make purchasing decisions based on emotions and personal preference6. gift-giving may focus on practical and useful items7. gift-giving may focus on sentimental and personal gifts8. shopping for household items may be seen as a more decorative and stylish endeavor9. focus on getting the best deal and saving money10. prioritize convenience and quick service over saving money11. make a list and stick to it while shopping12. go shopping without a plan and are open to impulse purchases13. see shopping as a form of self-expression and creativity14. value the opinions and recommendations of others before making a purchase15. value practical and functional packaging over visually appealing packaging

Examine the difference between material and nonmaterial culture in your world. Identify ten objects that are part of your regular cultural experience. For each, then identify what aspects of nonmaterial culture (values and beliefs) that these objects represent. What has this exercise revealed to you about your culture?Submit a paper that is well constructed using APA format. The paper should be a minimum of one typewritten page (approximately 300 to 400 words) with an introduction and conclusion. This paper shall demonstrate use of standard written English with respect to: organization, grammar, spelling, composition, sentence structure, punctuation, and construction.