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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3: The Script, pages 50-75.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was a gravedigger subjected to a punishment of twenty-five lashes?
(a) He stepped on a grave.
(b) He argued with the leader about the best way to dig up graves.
(c) He tried to run away.
(d) He tried to steal a corpse's ring for himself.

2. According to the narrator, truth without charity is not God but ___________.
(a) The Goddess.
(b) An idol.
(c) Man.
(d) The Devil.

3. What promise does Bob make to Rosie?
(a) Bob agrees to never visit Cottonwood Ranch again.
(b) Bob agrees to schedule a screen test for her.
(c) Bob agrees to read her feature screenplay.
(d) Bob agrees to introduce her to a powerful music executive.

4. Why did William Tallis write "Ape and Essence"?
(a) He wanted to became a world-famous film director.
(b) He wanted to warn people about the fluoride put in the nation's water supply.
(c) He wrote the script on a bet with a friend.
(d) He wanted to earn money to send to his granddaughter.

5. In the beginning of the screenplay, baboons have gathered in what place?
(a) A cemetery.
(b) A supermarket.
(c) A library.
(d) A palace.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Bob Briggs in financial trouble?

2. The Chief figure declares that he is operating under what type of government?

3. Why does Dr. Poole claim he cannot fix the Chief's train?

4. Who is living on Tallis' Cottonwood Ranch when it is visited by the filmmaker(s)?

5. What does Dr. Schneeglock blame for Dr. Poole's lack of a fulfillment of his promise?

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