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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. Lynch learned this lesson the hard way when he worked on which movie?

2. Which of the following has a language all its own?

3. What is the doctor's first name?

4. What instrument was chosen by Lynch?

5. Practicing TM does not mean that one will find:

Short Essay Questions

1. How was the western world educated about Transcendental Meditation? Who was the teacher? When was TM introduced to the US?

2. Who showed the scientific community proof that transcending is a real and measurable thing? How was it proven?

3. Why does Lynch attach a visual image to transcendence? What is the image and its explanation?

4. How did TM affect Lynch's relationship with negativity?

5. Explain the definition and practice of transcendence. Is it easily achieved?

6. What is Lynch's opinion on the marriage of emotion and intellect?

7. Give an example of Lynch's policy on actors regarding the lead in "Blue Velvet."

8. What does Lynch mean by "Catching the Big Fish?" How does one prepare to catch it? Why is it important?

9. Lynch discusses dream logic. How many times has the author experienced it? What project was he working on at the time? Who was involved?

10. What is the author's opinion on the amount of control a director should have over a film? What is Lynch's explanation?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain in detail the scientific aspect to Transcendental Meditation. Which area of science is closely related to the practice and its by-products? How were the scientists able to analyze TM and its results using scientific data and equipment? What did the scientists find at the end of the experiment? Do you think there is more to find? What is the name of the theory given to this study? What was the final determination about the purpose and benefits of TM?

Essay Topic 2

Lynch believes that creativity may be one of the most misunderstood elements of an artist's life. What does Lynch mean by that? What things must one do to give birth to creativity and to foster its growth? What are some of the myths surrounding creativity, talent, and genius? Do you think Lynch has any or all of those things? Is it possible to gain or lose those things throughout one's life? Explain. Do you think you have any or all of those traits? Give examples.

Essay Topic 3

David Lynch is adamantly against talking about the meaning behind his work. Lynch also frowns upon others discussing or labeling his films. Explain Lynch's reasoning for this attitude. Do you agree or disagree with Lynch? Give examples. Also give examples of films that are most often critiqued. Do you think Lynch confirms or denies anyone's opinion on his work? Do you think there is always some deep important meaning to Lynch's work? Does Lynch ever get upset by others critiquing his technical skills?

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