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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 were the first of Chanel's designs to become popular?
(a) Her hats.
(b) Her dresses.
(c) Her jewelry designs.
(d) Her sweaters.

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

3. In her twenties, in which artistic field did Chanel attempt to find success?
(a) In music.
(b) In the theatre.
(c) In painting.
(d) In dance.

4. When she was twenty years old, in what kind of establishment was Chanel offered a job?
(a) A shoe factory.
(b) A shop.
(c) A cafe.
(d) A tailor's shop.

5. What was Coco Chanel's real first name?
(a) Monique.
(b) Gabrielle.
(c) Marie.
(d) Natalie.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what area was Chanel's pairing with "Boy" Capel advantageous?

2. Who is said to have ushered Chanel into chateau life?

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

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

5. Who did Capel have make an elegant version of the simple lines Chanel always wore?

(see the answer key)

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