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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. Who is the first celebrity Rodriguez meets on a movie set?
2. What are the agents at ICM able to do?
3. What is Rodriguez' last entry in his diary?
4. Where does Rodriguez meet Gary Oldman and Francis Ford Coppola?
5. Why is Alfonso Arau in Toronto?
Short Essay Questions
1. How do things go for EL MARIACHI at the Sundance Film Festival?
2. What does Rodriguez learn about Hollywood that affects him personally while the negotiations continue?
3. What annoys Rodriguez about the sound editing on his film?
4. Relate the amusing reaction to Rodriguez' question about his per diem.
5. Describe how Rodriguez delivers the script for a sequel to EL MARIACHI.
6. What happens around the test screening of EL MARIACHI?
7. How does Rodriguez's sense of humor come through as he is being contacted by Hollywood studios?
8. Has Rodriguez' life changed since Hollywood became interested in him?
9. Describe the occasion for a new friendship for Rodriguez in Toronto.
10. How does Rodriguez express his philosophy of movie making?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write an essay on following your dreams. Using Rodriguez as your example, write your essay about how dedication, determination, and passion for a business are necessary for success. In your essay discuss why some people succeed and others do not.
Essay Topic 2
Write an essay about what you hope to give others who come after you. Using Rodriguez' writing his book to encourage budding filmmakers as a starting point, your essay will define what you hope to leave to encourage others in your chosen field.
Essay Topic 3
Write an essay about helping others succeed. Using Rodriguez as an example, discuss the importance of helping others, especially younger people, learn how to accomplish their dreams.
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