Upper Crust

The video explores the term 'upper crust', often used to describe the rich and powerful. It discusses various theories about its origin, including a story from England about bread baking. The term also refers to the top layer of the earth and hats in the 1800s. All meanings share a common theme of referring to the top or highest part of something, explaining its association with the elite.

What does the term 'upper crust' refer to in society?

What is one theory about the origin of the phrase 'upper crust'?

How were the top and bottom parts of bread distributed in old kitchens according to the text?

In what context were people's hats or heads referred to as 'upper crust' in the 1800s?

What commonality do all meanings of 'upper crust' share?