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Answers to "Little Egypt" Quiz

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1. a

Little Egypt was a notorious entertainer of the late nineteenth century.
Her successful run in a Broadway music hall immediately attracted numerous imitators.

2. c

She became a front-page news item in December 1896 after she danced at a
Fifth Avenue bachelor party that was raided by the vice squad.

3. b

She remained hidden in another part of the establishment, sipping champagne.

4. d

She was hired by Broadway impresario Oscar Hammerstein to appear as
herself in a humorous parody of the Seeley dinner.

5. c

It appears that she formed a touring burlesque company.

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