Question

The women in Victorian England wore tightly fitting corsets when they slightly grew older

• A. Because the women cannot move freely
• B. It was considered fashionable
• C. Because it gave shape and support to the figure
• D. Because women were expected to be serious, independent and aggressive

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

It was considered fashionable

Women in Victorian England were groomed from childhood to be docile and dutiful, submissive and obedient. The ideal woman was one who could bear pain and suffering. When slightly older, girls had to wear tight fitting corsets. Tightly laced, small-waisted women were admired as attractive, elegant and graceful.