Is motivation the only true cause of success? Italian fashion icon Giorgio Armani died on Thursday at the age of 91 after 50 years as a designer. Behind the creative genius lay terrible tragedy and relentless discipline.
Legend of fashion who faced tragedy
Hard at work: Armani continued to present catwalk shows as he approached his tenth decade. Comprehension quiz
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In the sentence, “his childhood years were marked by war and devastation”, the word devastation most nearly means:
A: A time of great celebration
B: A minor disagreement
C: Widespread destruction and ruin
D: A period of new building
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Which word is the closest synonym for hardship?
A: Luxury
B: Ease
C: Joy
D: Difficulty
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In the sentence, “Armani revolutionised design, starting with the suit”, which word is the closest synonym for revolutionised?
A: Transformed
B: Kept the same
C: Copied
D: Ignored
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According to the article, what was one of Giorgio Armani’s first jobs?
A: A puppet maker
B: A window dresser
C: A tailor for men’s suits
D: A film costume designer
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Who did the article describe as one of the “greatest influences” on Armani’s life?
A: A famous Hollywood actor
B: A customer from the department store
C: His partner, Sergio Galeotti
D: His mother
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The article states that two things were behind Armani’s success. What were they?
Answers
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1. C 2. D 3. A 4. B 5. C 6. Inspiration and discipline
1. C 2. D 3. A 4. B 5. C 6. Inspiration and discipline
Glossary
Tailoring - The work of a tailor, who makes fitted clothes such as trousers and suits that perfectly fit the customer.
Hardship - Difficult times in which you suffer.
Scavenge - Search through waste to collect anything useful.
Window dresser - Somebody who dresses the mannequins in windows.
AIDS - Acute Immune Deficiency Syndrome. It interferes with the immune system, leaving sufferers more vulnerable to common diseases. Around the world, almost 40 million people are believed to be living with the disease.
Introverted - Introverts focus on their internal thoughts and feelings. They are often shy and quieter than other people.
Feminine - Having qualities or characteristics traditionally associated with women, such as gentleness, grace, or nurturing.
Discipline - Carefully controlling the way you work and live to follow rules.