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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Sam Goldwyn want to use Chanel's fashions in his films?
(a) To attract women to the cinema.
(b) To create a timeless look for his films.
(c) To help Chanel out when business was bad.
(d) To capitalize on Chanel's fame.

2. What was Chanel's role in her theatre performances?
(a) A dancer.
(b) A harpist.
(c) A poseus.
(d) A mime.

3. How long did Chanel stay at the novitiate?
(a) Six months.
(b) Two years.
(c) Four years.
(d) One year.

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

5. What property did Chanel purchase in cash for her business?
(a) The Domaine des Roches.
(b) The Chateau D'Aix.
(c) The Chalet Serena.
(d) The Villa Larralde.

Short Answer Questions

1. While living at the chateau, what did Chanel begin to develop a wardrobe specifically for?

2. What did Chanel do for her friend Raymond Radiguet?

3. After hats, what did Chanel turn her attention to designing?

4. Why did Chanel take a job as a water dispenser?

5. For which stage production directed by Cocteau did Chanel act as costumer?

Short Essay Questions

1. What inspired Chanel's English period?

2. How did Boy Capel die, and who helped Chanel through her grieving?

3. According to Chanel, what made her successful in designing fashion for society?

4. In what way did the invention of the motor vehicle highlight the impracticalities of women's fashion?

5. How did Chanel earn her nickname, "Coco"?

6. Following her success as a hat designer, on what areas of fashion did Chanel focus her attention?

7. In what way did Chanel's placement at a hosiery shop introduce her to high society?

8. What happened when Balsan found out about Chanel's relationship with Capel?

9. Why was Boy Capel an ideal match for Chanel?

10. What role did Vogue magazine play when Chanel began mass-producing dresses?

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