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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. Aspects of _____ are always present in a person.

2. ______ is crucial to a person's ability to function.

3. If one practices Lynch's ways, there will surely be an increase in one's ______.

4. What term does Lynch use to describe unusual events?

5. What term was used to describe the preview ratings received by Lynch's new TV show?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why is sound such a crucial part of a film? How does sound compare to lighting?

2. Discuss the craftsman from Lynch's childhood and how it relates to creativity.

3. Why does Lynch believe restrictions are often a blessing in disguise?

4. What inspiration and confirmation did Lynch receive regarding the title of the movie?

5. What about the incident reminded Lynch of the theory?

6. Why does Lynch vehemently object to directors adding commentary to their films?

7. Another happy accident involves the airing of Lynch's famous "Twin Peaks." Explain Lynch's story.

8. Discuss one of Lynch's favorite hobbies and how it stirs him in a visual sense.

9. What are Lynch's thoughts regarding success and failure?

10. Why is Lynch so fascinated with digital video? What has Lynch done with DV recently?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Aside from the creative aspects, film making is a technical process. Lynch explains the process in detail. What are the elements of film? Do the elements ever change? If so, how and why? Create a guide listing and showing examples of each element. Explain why each is important to the process.

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

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.

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