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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's first significant work in art school involved which subject?

2. This type of inspiration happened during the filming of which Lynch movie?

3. In what movie was the actor cast?

4. What is the name of the actor that waiting until Lynch got funding for his film?

5. One of Lynch's favorite things about film is the ability to do which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What type of answers should one seek when practicing TM? What is most likely not going to happen?

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

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

4. What scientific theory supported the effects of TM? What part of science developed and supported the theory? What other type of science supported the theory?

5. Explain when and where Lynch tried TM for the first time. How has that experience affected Lynch's life?

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

7. What is Lynch's opinion of sound in film?

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

9. What event caused Lynch to change his mind?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Money and creativity are often linked when it comes to executing a project. Discuss Lynch's views on this topic. How does money affect the creative process? Can a person with money develop a project without a certain level of creativity? Explain. What might a creative person do to develop a project if money is in short supply? How have these issues affected Lynch? Are these issues still a part of Lynch's life? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Lynch has strong opinions about digital video versus traditional film. Discuss Lynch's opinions. Include the explanation of high def and low def as well as the unmatched benefits of each. Compare and contrast the two methods of filmmaking. Which do you think is best?

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