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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What career did Wilhelm have that helped him conceal his troubles?
(a) A chef.
(b) A magician.
(c) A salesman.
(d) An actor.

2. Why did Wilhelm respond to the letter from the talent scout?
(a) He was bored.
(b) He had been quarreling with his parents about what to do in life, so he jumped on it.
(c) He had always wanted to be an actor.
(d) He was about to flunk out of school.

3. Dr. Adler loves to brag about his son's career as a sales executive and corresponding salary. How does he describe his son's salary?
(a) In the six figures.
(b) In the four figures.
(c) In the five figures.
(d) In the millions.

4. What approach does Dr. Tamkin convince Wilhelm to use in the stock market?
(a) A statistical approach.
(b) A logical approach.
(c) An historical approach.
(d) A psychological approach.

5. What does Wilhelm compare himself to when he sees his reflection in the glass?
(a) A hippopotamus.
(b) A manatee.
(c) A giraffe.
(d) A tiger.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Wilhelm change his name when he got to Hollywood?

2. Who pressured Maurice Venice to give Wilhelm a shot at Hollywood?

3. What is the name of the hotel where Wilhelm and Dr. Adler stay?

4. What does Dr. Adler brag that Wilhelm's career is?

5. What career did Wilhelm's mother encourage him to try?

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