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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Gabrielle Chanel.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is the shop described where Chanel was sent to work?
(a) As elegant.
(b) As small and dingy.
(c) As inviting.
(d) As busy.

2. What effect did the plagues have on provincial villages?
(a) The plagues had no lasting effect on provincial villages.
(b) Village communities became distrustful of outsiders.
(c) Village populations began to grow.
(d) Villages began to collapse.

3. What influenced the design of men's clothes when Chanel was growing up?
(a) The need to walk long distances.
(b) The need to impress women.
(c) The need to be outdoors.
(d) The need to ride horses.

4. What was the advantage of men's clothing at the time of Chanel's birth?
(a) Men's clothing was less expensive.
(b) Men's clothing allowed freedom of movement.
(c) Men's clothing was made from long-lasting fabrics.
(d) Men's clothing designs were elegantly simple.

5. When did Chanel's parents marry?
(a) Two months before her birth.
(b) Never.
(c) Three years after her birth.
(d) A few months after her birth.

Short Answer Questions

1. While living at the chateau, what did Chanel begin to develop a wardrobe specifically for?

2. Who was the first of Chanel's relatives to give up day labor?

3. For generations, what had Chanel's family made a living gathering?

4. What did Le Mode magazine begin to do which helped Chanel's career?

5. What did Chanel design to sell at Biarritz?

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