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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which region of her home country was Chanel born?
(a) Limousin.
(b) The Cevennes.
(c) Auvergne.
(d) Bergundy.

2. What was Chanel's sister's name?
(a) Danielle.
(b) Julia.
(c) Bernadette.
(d) Hélène.

3. Which of the following is not described as an experience of Chanel's childhood?
(a) Festivals.
(b) Public markets.
(c) Fashion shows.
(d) Huge family gatherings.

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

5. What did Chanel's great-grandfather use to rent a property?
(a) He traded livestock.
(b) An inheritance.
(c) His wife's dowry.
(d) Gambling winnings.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In what year did plagues begin to sweep through provincial villages?

3. In the city where Chanel was born, what was August known as?

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

5. In the city where Chanel was born, what influenced women's fashion?

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