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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word is used to describe something that is different from everything else?

2. Which famous artist is referred to by Lynch?

3. How old was Lynch when he had the item?

4. Lynch has negative feelings about which one of the following?

5. Each person on the earth deserves to know ____.

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain one of the "happy accidents" Lynch refers to in his work. What was the scenario?

2. Lynch is known for producing "dark" films. What is the common response Lynch draws from people on this subject?

3. Why is Lynch so fascinated with digital video? What has Lynch done with DV recently?

4. Explain Lynch's interaction with director Stanley Kubrick.

5. Why is Lynch so adamant about staying true to oneself?

6. Why does Lynch vehemently object to directors adding commentary to their films?

7. Discuss one of Lynch's favorite hobbies and how it stirs him in a visual sense.

8. What inspiration and confirmation did Lynch receive regarding the title of the movie?

9. What is a common motivator when trying to get someone to do what you want? What is Lynch's opinion on this motivator? What is a better alternative?

10. What are Lynch's thoughts regarding success and failure?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

One of the biggest myths in the artistic world is that drugs inspire creativity. Lynch asserts that it is not true. While it may seem to be true on the surface, the truth is that drugs limit one's creativity and also take a serious toll on one's nervous system. The result of taking the drugs is that it saps the creativity, leaving the person without anything to give to his art. Discuss this scientific theory. How does Lynch tap into the creativity sought by those who try to get to it through drugs? What positive and healthy method does Lynch use to release the creativity on a consistent basis? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

Lynch believes that creativity may be one of the most misunderstood elements of an artist's life. What does Lynch mean by that? What things must one do to give birth to creativity and to foster its growth? What are some of the myths surrounding creativity, talent, and genius? Do you think Lynch has any or all of those things? Is it possible to gain or lose those things throughout one's life? Explain. Do you think you have any or all of those traits? Give examples.

Essay Topic 3

Aside from the creative aspects, film making is a technical process. Lynch explains the process in detail. What are the elements of film? Do the elements ever change? If so, how and why? Create a guide listing and showing examples of each element. Explain why each is important to the process.

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