Some sample questions from this category:
* In medieval England, widows sometimes took vows of celibacy and wore special rings of widowhood. This was encouraged by their children, and husbands often bequeathed their estates to their widows specifically on this condition. What was the usual reason given?
* Rings representing love, betrothal and marriage probably are worn today at least as much for symbolic reasons as for ornament. Which statement is true?
* Richly ornamented wedding bands were popular during the Renaissance, but when Mary Tudor, queen of England, was asked which style and gems she preferred, she requested a plain hoop of gold with no decoration. What reason did she give?
* Placement of the wedding ring has varied, depending on the customs of the time. On which finger(s) have wedding rings been worn?
* Platinum first became a popular metal for wedding rings at approximately what time?
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