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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Chanel describe as a nasal-voiced old clown?
(a) Sarah Bernhardt.
(b) Gabrielle Dorziat.
(c) Pablo Picasso.
(d) Emilienne d'Alecon.

2. What did Chanel believe people looked to her designs for?
(a) Sartorial expression.
(b) Innovation.
(c) A new modern lifestyle.
(d) The prestige of her name on the label.

3. What did Boy's transfer away from the front lines allow him to do?
(a) Devote time to publicizing Chanel.
(b) Hold more meetings with investors in Chanel's business.
(c) Take Chanel on vacation.
(d) Market research to benefit Chanel's shop.

4. Who did Chanel choose as her lover from the 10th Chasseurs?
(a) Boy Capel.
(b) The Duke of Westminster.
(c) Etienne Balsan.
(d) Pablo Picasso.

5. What was Chanel's signature scent developed during her Russian Period.
(a) Bois des ÃŽles.
(b) L'Heure Bleue.
(c) Chanel No. 5.
(d) Pot Pourri.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Chanel's great-grandfather turn his rented property into?

2. Around the time Chanel was trying to break into the theatre, what performances were favored by the nouveau-riche?

3. What happened when Chanel's parents marry?

4. What major event occurred in 1914 which affected Chanel's work?

5. In which city was Chanel born?

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