Assertion: masquerade | /r/CapableOf | become popular
Facets:
value: in the practice of masquerade balls
type: OTHER
value: in venice
type: LOCATION
value: in italy
type: LOCATION
value: during italy's mediaeval period
type: TEMPORAL
Source sentences:
text: Masks became popular during Italy's mediaeval period when gambling, partying and sexual encounters were not just frowned on but outlawed by the Church and State combined.
text: Masquerade first became popular in Venice, Italy and the practice of masquerade balls quickly spread throughout Europe and England in the 18th century.