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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Nine, "Postproduction, Take 2".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Rodriguez overlook small mistakes he notices while shooting El Mariachi?
(a) He doesn't have money to correct them.
(b) He thinks no one will notice.
(c) It is supposed to be a practice movie.
(d) It is something that he can edit out.

2. What results if any of the rules are broken at the Pharmaco study?
(a) a fine deducted from the pay
(b) expulsion from the program
(c) extension of time in the study
(d) legal action

3. What are Gallardo's contributions to making El Mariachi?
(a) editing the script and doing the titles
(b) securing permission, using his relations, and finding actors
(c) carrying equipment and setting up lights
(d) composing the music and doing the sound effects

4. Why does Rodriguez not like to work with professional editors?
(a) He feels that they take too long.
(b) He feels that they do not really love the film
(c) He thinks that are not creative.
(d) He feels that they are too expensive.

5. Why does Rodriguez suddenly think he can make a good profit with EL MARIACHI?
(a) Several companies express an interest in the film.
(b) Compared to other films, his had better quality.
(c) The trailer has received great reviews.
(d) Private showings have gotten rave reviews.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Consuelo Gomez?

2. What does Rodriguez decide to do before doing a full edit of the film?

3. Who are the actors in Rodriguez' short film, Bedhead?

4. What interests the professor in Rodriquez' work?

5. What is Rodriguez able to do when he has access to two VCRs?

(see the answer key)

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