Self Made Episode 1 Quiz

What was Sarah Breedlove's initial occupation before entering the hair care business?

• Seamstress

• Washerwoman

• Store clerk

• Hair stylist

Who initially inspired Sarah to enter the hair care business?

• Her daughter

• Her husband

• Addie

• A local merchant

What was the primary reason Sarah decided to create her own product line?

• She wanted to become wealthy

• She was rejected as unfit to sell products

• She disliked the existing products

• Her family encouraged her

Where did Sarah decide to relocate her business?

• Chicago

• New York

• Indianapolis

• St. Louis

What marketing strategy did Addie use to compete with Sarah's business?

• Lower prices

• Better packaging

• Celebrity endorsements

• Buy one get one free deal

What significant event occurred during Sarah's period of intense business activity?

• Her house burned down

• She opened a new store

• She won an award

• She hired new employees

What name did Sarah adopt after the pivotal event in her business?

• Sarah Walker

• Madam Sarah

• Madam C.J. Walker

• Mrs. Breedlove

What was Sarah's primary target market?

• Male customers

• White women

• Black women

• Children

How did Sarah initially enter the hair care business?

• Creating her own products immediately

• Selling Addie's products

• Working in a salon

• Through family connections

What was the immediate effect of Addie's competitive marketing strategy?

• Sarah's business grew stronger

• Sarah lost all her customers

• Sarah's business became overwhelmed with orders

• Sarah had to reduce prices