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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2: The Script, pages 25-50.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Bob Briggs' wife?
(a) Katie.
(b) Elaine.
(c) Miss Ethel Hook.
(d) Miriam.

2. Why does the narrator of "Tallis" believe that Gandhi was assassinated?
(a) Gandhi believed only in people, and not in art or politics.
(b) He soundly rejected the real people in favor of nationalization.
(c) Gandhi's followers realized how self-centered he was.
(d) Gandhi was a political animal, and he paid the price.

3. Where is Cottonwood Ranch located?
(a) New Zealand.
(b) Outside of Chicago, Illinois.
(c) Murcia, California.
(d) Hollywood, California.

4. What does Mrs. Coulton believe about how the narrator and William Tallis might have gotten along?
(a) They would have gotten along splendidly.
(b) They would not have liked one another.
(c) They would have been indifferent to one another.
(d) Their political differences would have proved too much for even a casual acquaintance.

5. Which of the following is true about the scientists' rediscovery of the world?
(a) They use sonar technology to find land.
(b) The world is still highly radioactive, and the scientists must wear suits.
(c) Oil derricks can still be seen in the water outside of shore.
(d) They crash-land because of a dense fog.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the narrator, what was Gandhi's "great secret"?

2. According to the narrator, truth without charity is not God but ___________.

3. How much does Bob owe the government in back taxes?

4. What promise does Bob make to Rosie?

5. In the beginning of the screenplay, the narrator warns that "all too often" Art takes Nature and __________.

(see the answer key)

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