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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. What was the name of the composer chosen by Lynch?

2. What shape is the room described by Lynch?

3. What medical device/procedure can be used to prove Lynch's point?

4. What famous art school was attended by Lynch?

5. Lynch believes that his ____ for the film was ultimately ruined.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What is Lynch's opinion on the increasing pace of society?

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

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

5. What is another example of Lynch's "marriage theory?"

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

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

8. What caused Lynch to put his artistic dreams on hold when he was a child?

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

10. Explain Lynch's opinion on choosing the right music for a score.

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

David Lynch has a longstanding working relationship with the actress Laura Dern. Examine Lynch's work with Dern. Why was it important for Lynch to work with Dern? What is the level of Dern's acting experience? What does Dern bring to the films that other actresses may not? In which films did Dern appear? Write a 500 word essay on Dern's work with Lynch. Include biographical information on Dern.

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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