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100

What did ancient Egyptians often wear because of the hot climate?

Linen clothing

100

What did knights wear to protect themselves in battle?

Armour

100

What did kings and queens traditionally wear on their heads?


Crowns

100

What type of trousers became very popular during the 20th century?


Jeans

100

What material is traditionally used to make blue jeans?

Denim

200

What did ancient Egyptians often wear on their feet?

Sandals

200

What material was commonly used for warm clothing in medieval Europe?

Wool

200

What item was used to shape women's waists in European fashion?


A corset

200

What type of shoes became popular for sports and everyday fashion in the 20th century?


Sneakers

200

Which country is the kimono traditionally associated with?

Japan

300

What colour of clothing was especially associated with Roman emperors and high status?

Purple

300

What did medieval people often wear on their heads to protect themselves from the sun or cold?

Hats or hoods

300

Which French queen was famous for her extravagant fashion in the 18th century?


Marie Antoinette

300

Which designer popularised the little black dress in the 1920s?


Coco Chanel

300

What traditional Scottish garment resembles a skirt?

A kilt

400

Which ancient civilization was famous for producing silk and also invented paper?

Ancient China

400

What did medieval women usually wear instead of trousers?

Long dresses

400

What expensive material was often used in royal clothing to show wealth?


Silk

400

Which decade became famous for colourful clothes, bell-bottom trousers and hippie fashion?

The 1970s

400

Which country is famous for traditional wooden shoes called clogs?

The Netherlands

500

What kind of jewelry did ancient Egyptians often wear to show their wealth and status?

Gold jewelry

500

What material was considered a symbol of wealth and luxury in medieval Europe?


Silk

500

Which English queen was famous for her large decorative collars and elaborate gowns?


Elizabeth I

500

What clothing item, created by Louis Réard in 1946, changed women's swimwear fashion?

The bikini

500

Which famous fashion brand was founded by Gianni Versace in 1978?

Versace

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