Upper crust

Upper crust

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Social Studies

6th - 7th Grade

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The video explores the term 'Upper Crust', commonly used to describe the elite or top tier of society. It delves into the possible origins of the phrase, including a theory about bread baking in old English kitchens, though this lacks evidence. The term also refers to the Earth's top layer and people's hats in the 1800s. All meanings share a common theme of referring to the highest part of something, explaining its association with wealth and importance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term 'Upper Crust' refer to in the context of society?

A fashion trend

A type of bread

The top tiers of society

A type of pizza

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to a popular story, how was the term 'Upper Crust' supposedly related to bread?

The top part of the bread was given to the rich

The bottom part of the bread was given to the rich

The entire bread was given to the poor

The bread was used as a currency

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Is there any evidence supporting the bread origin story of 'Upper Crust'?

Yes, it is a well-documented fact

No, there is no evidence

Yes, there is historical evidence

No, it is a modern myth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What other meanings does 'Upper Crust' have besides referring to society?

A musical genre

A type of dessert

The top layer of the Earth and hats in the 1800s

A type of clothing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What common theme do all meanings of 'Upper Crust' share?

They all refer to food

They all refer to the top or highest part

They all refer to fashion

They all refer to music