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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. For Hitchcock, what was different about working on his first American film as compared to his British films?

2. In what year did production wrap on "The Prude's Fall"?

3. What did the script of "The Man Who Knew Too Much" have to avoid showing?

4. What did Hitchcock become known for inserting into his films?

5. On which film did Hitchcock make his directorial debut?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Hitchcock go to America in 1937?

2. Describe Hitchcock's tenure at the Henley Telegraph Company.

3. In a short story, how did Hitchcock himself explain the term "MacGuffin"?

4. What did Hitchcock believe was his first step into the world of film?

5. In the 1920s, why would scripts often have to be changed, and how did Hitchcock feel about this?

6. Explain one of Hitchcock's filming innovations with cameras.

7. What schools did Hitchcock attend in his youth?

8. What did Hitchcock do when he learned Paramount Famous Players-Lasky was planning to open a film studio in London?

9. What was the plot of the first script Hitchcock wrote for Michael Balcon?

10. What old trick used by cameramen to hide the aging looks of actresses did Hitchcock explain?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Hitchcock's films during the 1920's to the 1930's. What were some of the films Hitchcock directed during this time period? What other jobs did Hitchcock have in the 1920's? What technical innovations or career advancements did Hitchcock achieve during this time period?

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the anecdotes that Hitchcock shared in the book. What do they reveal about the director? In your opinion, what is the most interesting anecdote? Do you find any of the anecdotes surprising? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss the themes found in Hitchcock's films. What are some recurring themes? What movies have examples of these themes?

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