The History of the Rice Purity Test: From 1924 to Viral Trend

The History of the Rice Purity Test: From 1924 to Viral Trend

The Rice Purity Test is more than just a viral internet quiz; it is a piece of collegiate history. Originally created in 1924 at Rice University, the test was a way for students to measure their “purity” and transition into adulthood. Initially, the Thresher (Rice University’s student newspaper) popularized the list of 100 questions to … Read more