The Significance of the Pink Suit

The Significance of the Pink Suit

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, History, Performing Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video discusses the iconic Pink Chanel Suit worn by Jackie Kennedy, highlighting its transformative nature for performers and its historical significance as JFK's favorite outfit. The process of recreating the suit involved challenges in finding the right fabric. The emotional impact of the suit is profound, as Jackie Kennedy refused to change out of it after JFK's assassination, making it a symbol of both romance and tragedy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of the performer to wearing the pink Chanel suit?

It was transformative and did most of the work.

It was too tight and restrictive.

It felt uncomfortable and awkward.

It was not suitable for the role.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main challenge in recreating the pink suit?

Getting the right size.

Matching the original design.

Locating the correct fabric.

Finding the right color.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the pink suit considered historically significant?

It was the most expensive suit at the time.

It was worn during a famous movie scene.

It was JFK's favorite outfit of Jackie Kennedy.

It was the first Chanel suit ever made.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What detail about the pink suit is considered haunting?

It was never photographed.

It was lost after the event.

It was worn during a tragic event.

It was never washed.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did Mrs. Kennedy refuse to change out of the pink suit?

12 hours

24 hours

48 hours

36 hours

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason Mrs. Kennedy gave for not changing her suit?

She wanted to preserve the memory.

She wanted people to see what happened to JFK.

She had no other clothes available.

She was too shocked to change.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the refusal to change the suit symbolize in historical stories?

A protest against fashion norms.

A disregard for cleanliness.

A romantic and tragic idea.

A lack of fashion sense.