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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Hitchcock say was the actual recipient of the Oscar?
(a) The film's writers.
(b) The film's producer.
(c) The film's stars.
(d) The film's production crew.

2. What did cameramen use in order to hide a leading lady's aging?
(a) Gauze over the camera lens.
(b) Vaseline on the camera lens.
(c) Bright lights.
(d) Flashy sets.

3. What was the name of Hitchcock's school when he was young?
(a) St. Ignatius College.
(b) St. Peter's College.
(c) St. Mary's College.
(d) St. Augustine's College.

4. Why did Hitchcock say he agreed to make "Mr. and Mrs. Smith"?
(a) To broaden his range.
(b) For the technical challenge it offered.
(c) For the paycheck.
(d) As a gesture of friendship.

5. Which historical figure was the focus of Hitchcock's first official film?
(a) Jack the Ripper.
(b) Julius Caesar.
(c) Napoleon.
(d) King Arthur.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT named as an actor Hitchcock favored?

2. How many of Hitchcock's films failed before he had a comeback with "Strangers on a Train"?

3. How did Hitchcock describe his father?

4. What did Hitchcock say of many elaborate elements in his films?

5. What was the producer of "Notorious" unfamiliar with, which eventually led to the film being made with another studio?

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