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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Gould and Fox discuss potential money from the prison film, Gould claims money is what?
(a) Unimportant.
(b) Necessary for survival.
(c) A symbol of excellence.
(d) What Gould lives for.

2. In addition to money from success, what does Fox look forward to?
(a) Revenge.
(b) Fancy women.
(c) Love.
(d) Fancy cars.

3. At the beginning of Act One, who is the head of the studio?
(a) Barney.
(b) Smith.
(c) Ross.
(d) Gould.

4. What does the movie star want from Fox?
(a) A promotion.
(b) Some respect, since they're neighbors.
(c) His wife.
(d) To make a movie with him.

5. Gould claims the gods do what to make people mad?
(a) Deny their wishes.
(b) Answer their prayers.
(c) Show them the door.
(d) Cause famine and war.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Gould tell Fox they will make?

2. Gould has the power to green light what type of budget?

3. What does Fox compare the substance of his movies to?

4. Why does Gould insist on meeting with Ross instead of calling him?

5. What time is the second pitch meeting with Ross scheduled for?

Short Essay Questions

1. When Karen speaks passionately about "Radiation . . ." how does Gould react?

2. Explain what a "courtesy read" is and why they are done.

3. How does Gould use his power to his advantage in Act Two?

4. Explain Gould's position at the film company.

5. Gould toys with the idea of replacing his regular secretary with Karen, the temp. Why is this significant?

6. What is significant about the fact that Gould only completes a half-day in the office at his new job?

7. In Act Two, Karen tells Gould about a time when she felt empowered. What was this experience like for her?

8. Much of what comes out of Gould's mouth is insincere. What is his reaction when Karen reminds him of statements he's made in the past?

9. When Gould claims that Fox is spending too much time kissing up to him instead of doing his job, what is Fox's response?

10. Early in Act One, Gould says, "When the gods would make us mad they answer our prayers." What does this mean and how is it applicable to Gould?

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