Hamlet 1.3 Background: Elizabethan Trends

Polonius advises Laertes to buy quality clothes without being overly fancy, reflecting a timeless concern about fashion trends. In Elizabethan times, as today, there was suspicion that designers introduced new trends to encourage more purchases, even when existing clothes were still wearable.

What does Polonius suggest Laertes should focus on when buying clothes?

• Buying the cheapest clothes available

• Wearing only traditional attire

• Following the latest fashion trends

• Investing in high-quality clothing

In the Elizabethan era, what was the general advice regarding fashion trends?

• To avoid overly fancy and trendy styles

• To wear only black and white clothing

• To always follow the latest trends

• To change clothes every season

What was a common suspicion about designers during the Elizabethan times?

• They were making clothes more affordable

• They were secretly introducing new trends

• They were using cheaper materials

• They were copying styles from other countries

Why did some people believe designers introduced new trends?

• To encourage people to buy more clothes

• To promote cultural exchange

• To improve the quality of clothing

• To make clothes more comfortable

What was the condition of clothes that people were encouraged to replace?

• They were uncomfortable

• They were too expensive

• They were in perfectly good condition

• They were out of style