Which textual feature is used incorrectly in the following informative passage? Cultural Outfits
All cultures have unique features that help to distinguish them. Traditional clothing is one such feature. People design traditional clothing in different ways to set their culture apart from others. Today, people all over the world often dress in a similar way. However, some people still wear traditional clothing every day or during special occasions.

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Distinction by Pattern
For example, the traditional outfit of Scotland is the Highland dress. It consists of a kilt, which is a knee-length skirt made of patterned cloth called tartan. Each Scottish clan, or family group, has its own pattern of tartan. This pattern helps others identify the person’s clan.

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Distinction by Color and Geographic Region
Colorful clothes have always been a way to celebrate culture and heritage. Africa is especially known for its brightly colored traditional outfits. Clothing is also a way for people to celebrate religious or traditional festivals. For example, Japanese people wear colorful kimonos for formal occasions and festivals.

Other traditional clothing is made of materials common to the area. In the extreme cold regions of the Arctic, Innuit people wore clothes made of fur and sealskin to keep warm. In the United States, native people of the plains often wore moccasins and leggings made from buffalo skin.

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Conclusion
It’s important to know about the world’s different cultures. Learning about traditional clothing is one way to gain understanding of other cultures. It not only shows how unique and interesting each culture is, but it also helps us understand the history and heritage of its people.

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