Freelancer

The video explains the concept of freelancing, starting with a student's cartoon for a school newspaper. It defines a freelancer as a self-employed person who works for anyone willing to pay. The term 'freelance' originated in medieval times when soldiers, called 'freelances', chose whom to fight for based on payment. Today, it applies to writers and musicians who don't work full-time for one company. The video concludes with a discussion on the student's unpaid work for the school newspaper, highlighting the need for practice.

What is a freelancer?

• A self-employed person who works for various clients

• A full-time employee in a company

• A person who works for a single employer

• A person who volunteers for community service

Where does the term 'freelance' originate from?

• The Renaissance

• Medieval times

• The Industrial Revolution

• Ancient Greece

What was the original meaning of 'freelance'?

• A writer who published in various newspapers

• A knight who served a single lord

• A musician who played for different courts

• A soldier who fought for the highest bidder

What is a modern example of a freelancer?

• A corporate lawyer

• A writer working for multiple publications

• A government employee

• A full-time teacher

Is the speaker currently being paid for their work in the school newspaper?

• No, and they do not expect to be paid

• Yes, but only occasionally

• No, they are not being paid yet

• Yes, they are paid regularly