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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What hobby did Chanel adopt after meeting Balsan?
(a) Horseback riding.
(b) Sewing.
(c) Photography.
(d) Dog breeding.

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

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

4. What was "Boy" Capel's first name?
(a) David.
(b) John.
(c) Arthur.
(d) James.

5. For what was Etienne Balsan famous?
(a) His abuse of alcohol.
(b) His mistresses.
(c) His altruism.
(d) His bad investments.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the foreword, what is Chanel described as being "to the core"?

2. What is described as one of Chanel's most scandalous affairs?

3. With which of the following dukes did Chanel have a relationship?

4. Who provided Chanel the finances to open her shop?

5. After leaving the orphanage, where did Chanel go to live?

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