Georgian Era Words
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In Georgian England, what was a 'sedan chair'?
About Georgian Era Words
Georgian Era Words is a free word games quiz with 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty. Explore the language of 18th-century Britain during the Georgian period (1714-1830) A typical run takes about 7 minutes, hints are always one tap away, and your streak ticks up the first time you finish a game on a given day.
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1. In Georgian England, what was a 'sedan chair'?
Answer: An enclosed chair carried on poles by two bearers
2. What did 'dissipation' typically mean in Georgian social life?
Answer: Excessive indulgence in pleasures and amusements
3. In Georgian vocabulary, what was a 'highwayman'?
Answer: A robber who held up travelers on public roads
4. What was a 'rout' in Georgian high society?
Answer: A large fashionable evening party or reception
5. In Georgian England, what were 'pleasure gardens'?
Answer: Public parks with entertainment, music, and refreshments
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