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Farthindale This is Farthingale. In the Mail on Sunday Crossword of 6th Sept. 2009, 36 down is Gooch, using the g of Farthingale. farthingale A hoop worn beneath a skirt to extend it horizontally; worn by European women in the 16th and 17th centuries

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When were the mini skirts invented?

From the ancient Greek tunic until the military tunic of Roman times, the very short tunic was exclusively worn by slaves and fighters. In the middle ages they were worn under Armour. The popularity of miniskirts peaked in the the 1960s, but its popularity has waned and resurged since. Before that time, short skirts were only seen in sport clothing, such as skirts worn by female tennis players.


How is the Elizabethan Era different from the Medieval Era?

During the Medieval era, feudalism was very much a part of life in England and the rest of Europe. During the Elizabethan Era, there was no feudalism, and a wage economy was in operation. The Elizabethan Period was the period of renaissance in England with a great flowering of the arts including writing, art, and architecture. It was also an age of exploration and expanding the country. During the Medieval times, the Church had tremendous power, and most people still considered the world to be flat.


Why where men only allowed on stage in shakespearean times?

In Shakespearean times, societal norms and conventions prohibited women from performing on stage due to prevailing views about gender roles and propriety. The belief was that acting was an inappropriate profession for women, as it involved public exposure and the portrayal of various characters, which could undermine their perceived virtue. Consequently, all roles, including female characters, were played by young boys or men, who would often dress in women's clothing for their performances. This practice was not only a reflection of gender inequality but also influenced the dynamics of theatrical representation during the Elizabethan era.


What architectural element did the Romans use extensively?

The Romans were such good engineers and such energetic builders that they used all sorts of architectural elements extensively. The element that really distinguishes them from earlier builders, and especially from the Greeks, is the arch. They certainly used them extensively, at times in a two or three decker arrangement.


What century was patchwork found?

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