VOICED: Biography says French first lady's facade conceals a 'tigress'

The transcript discusses an unauthorized biography of Francis First Lady, Carla Bruni, which portrays her in a negative light, alleging she neglects her charitable work and forces her husband to socialize with her former lovers. The Elysee Palace opposed the biography, and Carla Bruni released her own authorized biography to counter the claims. The two biographies present contrasting views of her life, potentially diverting attention from her husband's unpopular policies.

What is the main claim of the unauthorized biography about Carla Bruni?

• She is a private individual with no public life.

• She is a devoted philanthropist.

• She manipulates her husband and neglects charity work.

• She is a successful businesswoman.

What did the investigative journalist discover about Carla's charitable foundation?

• It is a hollow shell with no real projects.

• It is highly active and successful.

• It is a new initiative with potential.

• It is focused on environmental issues.

How did the Elysee Palace react to the unauthorized biography?

• They tried to dissuade the author from publishing it.

• They supported its publication.

• They collaborated with the author.

• They ignored it completely.

What is the purpose of Carla's authorized biography?

• To provide a detailed account of her husband's policies.

• To highlight her fashion career.

• To present her side of the story and counteract negative publicity.

• To focus on her childhood and early life.

What potential effect could Carla's authorized biography have?

• It could lead to new charitable projects.

• It could distract from her husband's unpopular policies.

• It could end her public life.

• It could increase her husband's popularity.