Gown

High school (ages 12+)
Everyday Life

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/gown

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the etymological origin?Derived from the Latin word 'gunna', meaning 'coat'
2. What is the 18th century adaptation (men)?Informal coat known as a 'Banyan' retained loose, full-length characteristics
3. Where did gowns first appear?Gowns started in the Early Middle Ages in Europe. They were made from simple fabrics and were worn by many people, not just the rich.
4. Why do people wear gowns at graduation?Graduation gowns show that someone has finished their studies. They help everyone see that the wearer is part of a learned community and add a special feel to the ceremony.