QuizMe

1: When did the modern backpack first emerge?

1920's: A modification to an American Indian design made the backpack marketable to boy scouts and outdoorsmen.

1900's: The style quickly became an en vogue means to transport infants.

1850's: The design was a precursor to modern warfare and made its mark as a popular commodity during the civil war.

2: Who is responsible for the concept of the backpack?

Greg Lowe, an entrepreneur, who recognized the muscular advantage of stabilizing heavy loads high on the upper back.

Jansport

Parents worldwide who needed to carry their babies while completing essential chores.

Ancient peoples who used the sack to carry hunting game.

Lloyd F. Nelson, aka "Trapper Nelson."

3: What is the original name for a backpack?

Rucksack

Knapsack

This is a trick question.

Packsack

Moneybag

4: How many styles of backpacks are there?

2

1

3

5: What's the fanciest backpack a person can get these days?

Etsy: $1207.07

Mulholland: $1324.95

Luis Vuitton: $499.00