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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Coco, a Kept Woman.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the occupation of Chanel's friend, Caryathis?
(a) A fashion designer.
(b) A concert pianist.
(c) A cubist painter.
(d) A dancer.

2. What property did Chanel's great-grandfather rent?
(a) A hall.
(b) A store room.
(c) A plot of farm land.
(d) An inn.

3. Around the time Chanel was trying to break into the theatre, what performances were favored by the nouveau-riche?
(a) Operettas.
(b) Poetry readings.
(c) Orchestral performances.
(d) Mime.

4. Who was Adrienne Chanel?
(a) Coco's cousin.
(b) Coco's mother.
(c) Coco's sister.
(d) Coco's aunt.

5. Who is said to have ushered Chanel into chateau life?
(a) Suzanne Orlandi.
(b) Etienne Balsan.
(c) Boy Capel.
(d) Adrienne Chanel.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In terms of fashion, what was evolving quickly when Chanel was born?

3. What kind of shop did Chanel open?

4. Where did Chanel open a shop with help from Capel?

5. In the foreword, how is Chanel's work ethic described upon her return to Paris after her exile?

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