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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What part of Chanel's life is explored in the book's Introduction?
(a) Her life just before her death.
(b) Her early childhood.
(c) Her young adulthood.
(d) Her middle age.

2. What kind of shop did Chanel open?
(a) A hosiery shop.
(b) A haberdashery.
(c) A dress shop.
(d) A millinery shop.

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

4. In what year was Chanel born?
(a) 1903.
(b) 1883.
(c) 1894.
(d) 1864.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. From which village did Chanel's family come?

2. What was Chanel's sudden return to Paris fashion described as?

3. What was Chanel's sister's name?

4. In her twenties, in which artistic field did Chanel attempt to find success?

5. In which city was Chanel born?

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