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What is the term for clothing that is put on in Roman attire?

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indutus

This term refers to the general concept of clothing in the Roman context.

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What is the bride’s tunic called in Roman attire?

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tunica recta

The tunica recta is specifically associated with brides in ancient Rome.

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What type of tunic is referred to as the knight’s tunic?

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tunica angusti clavi

This tunic features a narrow border and is associated with knights.

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What is the senatorial tunic called?

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tunica lati clavi

This tunic has a wide border and is associated with senators.

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What is a short-sleeved or sleeveless tunic known as?

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tunica dalmatica

This style of tunic was commonly worn in various contexts.

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What is the term for a long-sleeved tunic in Roman attire?

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tunica manicata

The tunica manicata features long sleeves.

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What is the name of the tunic that reaches the ankles?

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tunica talaris

This tunic is characterized by its length, reaching down to the ankles.

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What does the term subucula refer to?

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under-tunic

The subucula is worn underneath other garments.

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What is the full dress or outer garment for women called?

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stola

The stola is a significant garment in women’s fashion in ancient Rome.

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What is the shawl-like garment worn outdoors by women called?

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palla

The palla is typically worn over the stola.

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What is a common mantle or cloak made of wool called?

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lacerna

The lacerna sometimes featured a hood (cucullus).

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Who forbade the use of the lacerna in public?

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Augustus

Augustus implemented regulations regarding clothing in public spaces.

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What is the first name for the military cape worn by augurs?

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trabea

The trabea is characterized by its purple and scarlet stripes.

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What is the later, more common name for the heavy military cloak?

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sagum

The sagum became a standard term for military cloaks.

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What is the name of a general’s cloak in Roman attire?

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paludamentum

This cloak is specifically associated with generals.

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What type of coat is referred to as a paenula?

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rain coat with a hood

The paenula is designed for protection against rain.

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What is a heavy woolen cloak called?

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laena

The laena is a durable outer garment.

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What is the heavy woolen cloak worn by poor people called?

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abolla

The abolla was a practical garment for those with fewer resources.

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What are breeches or shorts worn by foreign and uncivilized peoples called?

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bracae

The bracae are associated with non-Roman cultures.

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What does amictus refer to in Roman attire?

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clothing that is wrapped around

The term amictus describes a style of wearing garments.

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What is the toga with a purple border worn by boys and curule magistrates called?

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toga praetexta

This toga signifies a certain status and age.

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What is the man’s toga assumed on the Liberalia when a young man turned 16?

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toga virilis/pura/libera

This toga marks the transition to adulthood.

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What is the chalked-white toga worn by candidates running for office called?

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toga candida

The toga candida symbolizes purity and candidacy.

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What is the black wool toga worn at funerals by mourners called?

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toga pulla

The toga pulla is associated with mourning rituals.

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What is the colored toga worn by triumphant generals called?

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toga picta

The toga picta is a symbol of victory and honor.

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What are bracae?

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Breeches or shorts worn by foreign and uncivilized peoples

Bracae were typically associated with non-Roman cultures.

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Define amictus.

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Clothing that is wrapped around

Amictus refers to any garment that envelops the body.

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What is a toga praetexta?

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Toga with a purple border worn by boys and curule magistrates

The purple border signifies a status of nobility.

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What is the significance of the toga virilis?

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Man’s toga assumed on the Liberalia when a young man turned 16

This symbolizes the transition to adulthood in Roman culture.

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What does a toga candida represent?

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Chalked-white toga worn by candidates running for office

The whiteness symbolizes purity and suitability for public office.

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What is a toga pulla?

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Black wool toga worn at funerals by mourners

This garment signifies mourning and respect for the deceased.

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Describe the toga picta.

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Colored or painted toga worn by triumphant generals

It was a symbol of victory and honor.

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What is a toga exigua?

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Short, simple toga

This type of toga is less formal and often practical.

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What is the synthesis/vestis cenatoria?

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Bright dinner garment worn to banquets

This garment was typically colorful and festive.

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Define endromis.

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Bathrobe, robe worn after exercise

Endromis was a comfortable garment for relaxation.

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What is a calceus?

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Regular tied shoe made of leather always worn with the toga

The calceus is a formal footwear complementing Roman attire.

37
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What does sandalium refer to?

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General term for sandal or slipper

Sandalium encompasses various types of open footwear.

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What is a solea?

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Sandal or slipper worn only indoors except during meals

Solea were typically more casual and comfortable.

39
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What does ‘soleas poscere’ mean?

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“To demand one’s sandals” - to prepare to leave

This phrase indicates readiness to depart.

40
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What is a carbatina?

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Sandal made of one piece of leather

Carbatina is a simple and practical type of sandal.

41
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What is a caliga?

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Boot worn by soldiers

Caligae were designed for durability and mobility in battle.

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Define calceus senätörius.

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Thick-soled shoe with an open ankle and wide straps worn by senators

This shoe indicated the status of the wearer as a senator.

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What is a mulleus/calceus patricius?

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Red shoe with an ivory or silver crescent moon (lunula) worn by curule magistrates

This shoe originally signified patrician status.

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What are perones?

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Shoes with untanned black leather worn by poor people and equites

Perones reflect the economic status of the wearer.

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What are sculponeae?

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Wooden shoes worn by peasants

Sculponeae were practical footwear for those in rural areas.

46
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What is a soccus?

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A shoe with a sole that was not hobnailed; the upper part was separate and made of leather.

47
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What is aluta?

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Fine leather used to make shoes.

48
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What is an anulus?

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Ring.

49
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What is a monile/torquis?

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Necklace.

50
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What is an armilla?

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Bracelet.

51
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What is a margarita?

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Pearl (a woman’s favorite jewelry).

52
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What is a corona convivalis?

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Crown worn by men at a drinking party put on right before the throwing of the dice, usually made of roses.

53
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What is a pilleus?

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Conical felt cap worn by laborers and freedmen.

54
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What is a petasus/causia?

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Broadrimmed, sombrero-like hat of foreign origin.

55
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What is an apex?

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Conical, pointy hat worn by the flamines.

56
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What is a capillamentum?

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Wig.

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What is a subligaculum?

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Underwear.

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What is a mamillare?

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Band of soft leather worn under the breast by women (bra).

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What is a ströphium?

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Bra or sash-like band of soft leather worn under the breast.

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What is a zöna/cingulum?

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Girdle worn around the waist.

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What is a fibula?

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Brooch or pin used by women to keep a tunic in place.

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What is an instita?

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Flounce or wide border sewn to lower hem of stola.

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What are fasciae?

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Strips of woolen cloth.

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What are feminalia?

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Strips worn around the upper leg.

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What are tibialia?

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Strips worn around the lower leg.

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What are ventralia?

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Strips worn around the body.

67
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What are focalia?

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Strips worn around the neck (scarves or ties).

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What are vittae/taeniae/fasciölae?

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Ribbons.

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What are reticula?

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Nets.

70
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What is carbasus?

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Linen or cotton.

71
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What are vestes sericae?

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Clothes made of a mixture of linen and silk.

72
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When was silk first used?

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Under Tiberius.

73
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What is a zona/cingulum?

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A girdle worn around the waist

This garment was typically used in ancient clothing.

74
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What is a fibula?

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A brooch or pin used by women to keep a tunic in place

Fibulae were important accessories in ancient fashion.

75
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Define instita.

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A flounce or wide border sewn to the lower hem of stola

The instita added decorative elements to women’s garments.

76
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What are fasciae?

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Strips of woolen cloth

Fasciae were commonly used in ancient clothing.

77
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What are feminalia?

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Strips worn around the upper leg

This item was part of the traditional attire.

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What are tibialia?

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Strips worn around the lower leg

Tibialia were often used for both practical and decorative purposes.

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What are ventralia?

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Strips worn around the body

These strips served as part of the overall clothing ensemble.

80
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What are focalia?

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Strips worn around the neck (scarves or ties)

Focalia were used to enhance the appearance of outfits.

81
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What do the terms vittae, taeniae, and fasciolae refer to?

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Ribbons

These items were often used in hair and garment decoration.

82
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What are reticula?

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Nets

Reticula could also have decorative or functional purposes.

83
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What is carbasus?

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Linen or cotton

Carbasus was a common fabric used in ancient clothing.

84
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What are vestes sericae?

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Clothes made of a mixture of linen and silk

The use of silk in clothing became prominent during the reign of Tiberius.

85
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When was silk first used in clothing?

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Under Tiberius

This marked a significant development in textile use.

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What is the cinctus Gabinus?

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A way of wearing the toga over the head for religious reasons

This style had specific cultural and ceremonial significance.

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