What are 'bombachas de campo', the classic trousers worn by modern gauchos and rural workers?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Wide-legged, durable pleated trousers with buttoned cuffs at the ankle, worn
- Step 1: They were originally surplus trousers manufactured in Europe for French Zouave troops in the Crimean War. Step 2. Imported to Buenos Aires after 1856, their loose, comfortable fit proved ideal for horseback riding. Answer: Wide-legged, durable pleated trousers with buttoned cuffs at the ankle, worn. Why not the others: They replaced the traditional chiripá and remain the universal daily attire of rural Argentina.
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