Why do you wear clothes? To cover yourself, for comfort in a particular climate and to look the best you can. That's how it has been right from the time of ancient civilisations. How much do you know about who used to wear what?

This is an online quiz for children. Click on the answer you think is correct to find out. Scroll down to start the quiz for kids: History of Clothes


During 5000-2100 BC, the 'Kalasaris' was worn by women in:

  • Japan
  • Rome
  • Egypt
  • Greece

The 'Palla' was an out of doors accessory for the people of:

  • Rome
  • Greece
  • India
  • China

In 500 BC, first real hat, the broad-brimmed 'Petasos', was invented in:

  • Spain
  • Greece
  • India
  • Egypt

The 'Toga', was worn in 6th century BC, exclusively by males in:

  • Japan
  • China
  • Scotland
  • Rome

Shoes during 2nd century BC, were a sign of status in:

  • Egypt
  • Ireland
  • China
  • Africa

Wearing a wig was a status symbol in:


During the 7th century BC, the 'Stanpatta' was worn by women in:

  • India
  • Mayan empire
  • Colonial America
  • Mesopotamia

Blond hair was admired in ancient times in:

  • Japan
  • Egypt
  • Africa
  • Greece

Having a topknot was a popular hairstyle during the 2nd century BC, among:


'Zardosi', a form of embroidery was popular in:


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