Multiple choice

England passed a law in the sixteenth century which compelled all persons over six years of age, except those of high position, to wear woollen caps made in England, on Sundays and all holidays. What was the reason for this law?

a. Because of the cold weather in England b. Because of the popularity of French-imported velvet caps c. Because of support for home woollen industry

  1. a only

  2. b only

  3. c only

  4. b and c

  5. a, b and c
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct answer. French velvet caps were very popular and the British wanted to lessen the imports. The law was in force for twenty-six years and it established the home woollen industry during that period.

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