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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Chanel's sudden return to Paris fashion described as?
(a) An unwelcomed return.
(b) A well-timed homecoming.
(c) A rebirth.
(d) A lightning reappearance.

2. How is Boy Capel's attitude described?
(a) Aggressive.
(b) Carefree.
(c) Nurturing.
(d) Ambitious.

3. What were the 10th Chasseurs?
(a) A nickname for the royal family.
(b) A group of nineteenth century painters and poets.
(c) A travelling group of performers.
(d) A regiment of aristocratic gentlemen.

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

5. Who took it upon herself to help Chanel recover from Boy's death?
(a) Suzanne d'Orlandi.
(b) Misia Godebska.
(c) Jeanne Leary.
(d) Adrienne Chanel.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who was George Clemenceau?

3. What did Chanel design to sell at Biarritz?

4. In what country was Coco Chanel born?

5. What was distinctive about Clemenceau's manner of dress?

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