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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Eight, "Columbia Pictures".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rodriguez have to go personally to ICM?
(a) he has to deliver some headshots
(b) the demo he left does not work properly
(c) they need him to pick up his demo
(d) he has to transalte the Spanish language

2. What interests the professor in Rodriquez' work?
(a) that his award-winning short films were done by him alone
(b) that his short films are creative but rough
(c) that he has never won a short film award
(d) that his work shows signs of genius

3. What desperate thing does Rodriguez do while waiting for a check from Columbia?
(a) works as a bartender in Texas
(b) sells his car
(c) drives a school bus
(d) pawns his video camera

4. How does Rodriguez plan to finish the project early?
(a) by working day and night
(b) by shooting several scenes each day
(c) by filming in fast motion
(d) by cutting out part of the script

5. How does Rodriguez refer to Gallardo to the media who want to interview him?
(a) as the one who has all the ideas
(b) as the one who is financing the movie
(c) as the one who does all the talking
(d) as the one who wants to be famous

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Rodriguez suddenly think he can make a good profit with EL MARIACHI?

2. What is on Rodriguez' demo tape?

3. What inspires Rodriguez enough to do two takes of one scene?

4. From whom does Rodriguez learn about professional jealousy in the world of filmmaking?

5. What does a professor at the film school think of Rodriguez' idea of making a film so cheaply?

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