True or false?
In England of the 1700s, men and women conformed to the same customs regarding umbrellas.
I say false. Am I right?
Thank you for using the Jiskha Homework Help Forum. Here is something interesting:
umbrella
1609, first attested in Donne's letters, from It. ombrello, from L.L. umbrella, altered (by influence of umbra) from L. umbella "sunshade, parasol," dim. of umbra "shade, shadow" (see umbrage). A sunshade in the Mediterranean, a shelter from the rain in England; in late 17c. usage, usually as an Oriental or African symbol of dignity. Said to have been used by women in England from c.1700; the first rain-umbrella carried by a man there was traditionally c.1760, by Jonas Hathaway, noted traveler and philanthropist. Fig. sense of "authority, unifying quality" (usually in a phrase such as under the umbrella of) is recorded from 1948.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
So I was correct? By the way, I thought it was Jonas Hanway, not Hathaway..
I highly recommend an article about umbrella history and a greatly improved design
http://www.senzumbrellas.com/
that appeared in The New Yorker about a month ago. You can probably find it in a library (but not online).
Here is the umbrella article I recommended. It IS available online.
http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2008/02/11/080211fa_fact_orlean
To determine if your answer is correct, we need to examine the information available about England in the 1700s. While it is true that in some societies and time periods, men and women may adhere to the same customs regarding certain items or activities, the answer to your question depends specifically on the customs related to umbrellas in England during the 1700s.
To find the answer, we can approach this question by conducting historical research. Here are a few steps you can take to find the answer:
1. Consult historical sources: Look for credible sources such as books, academic articles, or reputable websites that discuss the customs and social norms of England in the 1700s. These sources may provide information on the use of umbrellas during this time period.
2. Analyze gender roles and customs: Examine sources that discuss gender roles and expectations in 18th-century England. This can include examining information about the ways in which men and women dressed, behaved, and interacted in society.
3. Look for specific information about umbrellas: Focus on finding information related explicitly to umbrellas and whether there were any gender-specific customs or expectations associated with them during the 1700s.
By following these steps, it should be possible to gather the necessary information to determine if your answer of false is correct or not.