Kaftan

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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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.

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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 garment classification?A variant of the robe or tunic, typically long-sleeved and ankle-length
2. What is the geographical origin?Asia
3. Where did the kaftan come from?The kaftan started in ancient Asia thousands of years ago. From there it spread to places like Russia, Southwest Asia, and North Africa.
4. Why was the kaftan special for kings and ambassadors?In the Ottoman Empire, special kaftans were made for kings and important visitors. They were very fancy and showed the power and kindness of the empire.

Sartorial Traditions: The customs and practices related to clothing and dress within a particular culture or society.
Ottoman Empire: A vast, long-lasting empire centered in modern-day Turkey, influential from the late 13th to the early 20th century.
Diplomatic Protocol: The established rules and etiquette governing interactions between representatives of different states.