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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. When did Disney's focus move to his theme parks?

2. What was Walt Disney's brother's name?

3. Who called Max Fleischer an unsung hero?

4. Who was Fleischer's biggest competition?

5. Which of the following was the name of one of Fleischer's first features?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Disney's enthusiasm for his work.

2. Describe "Little Nemo."

3. Why did Disney lose the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit?

4. Why did it take so long for animation to gain popularity?

5. Do you think Disney would have become successful today? Why or why not?

6. What were the consequences of Fleischer being a bad businessman?

7. Describe Disney's rocky start in the animation industry.

8. What kept Disney on top of his competition?

9. Describe McCay's preferences as an animator in the film industry.

10. Describe Winsor McCay and his views.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Evaluate Van Beuren's career. What struggles did he face and what did he overcome? What contributions did Van Beuren make to the animation industry? Would you consider him successful? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the challenges that Walt Disney faced when creating his empire. Also describe the successes he had. What did he do right? What did he do wrong?

Essay Topic 3

Evaluate Iwerks and his career. What struggles did he face? What did he overcome? What contribution did Iwerks make to the animation industry? Would you consider him successful? Why or why not?

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