Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

What item of apparel was invented by Ellery Chun, a Hawaiian clothing merchant, in 1931?

  1. Muumuu

  2. Aloha shirt

  3. Capri pants

  4. None of these
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ellery Chun, a Hawaiian merchant, created the Aloha shirt in 1931 by sewing colorful printed fabric shirts for tourists, which became iconic symbols of Hawaiian culture. He trademarked the term and the shirts became popular worldwide after World War II. The muumuu is a traditional Hawaiian dress, while Capri pants originated in Italy.

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