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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is the Odeon failing in Manila?
(a) Fewer films are coming to the Philippines.
(b) The owners are trying to sink it.
(c) The Film Center construction is blocking the entrance.
(d) A new multiplex has opened.

2. What is the occupation of the person Barbara and Nestor interview in Scene 2?
(a) Astronomer.
(b) Dictator.
(c) Jesuit priest.
(d) Pornographic film star.

3. What is Chiquiting's job?
(a) Actress.
(b) Hairdresser.
(c) Chef.
(d) Taxi driver.

4. Why does Alacran chastise Chiquiting in Scene 10?
(a) Her cursing.
(b) Her outfit.
(c) Her profligate spending.
(d) Her gossip.

5. How did Severo Alacran's family die?
(a) They were killed by the Japanese.
(b) They died in a traffic accident.
(c) They died in a house fire.
(d) They fell ill in a smallpox outbreak.

6. In Scene 10, why is Joey excited about the night's DJ gig?
(a) Imelda may attend.
(b) He is being paid double.
(c) He is playing one of his own songs.
(d) He has never DJ'ed before.

7. Whose books is Imelda Marcos said to have banned?
(a) De Gaulle's.
(b) Marx's.
(c) Those of former Philippine leaders.
(d) Avila's.

8. How does the famous director in Scene 10 finally persuade Joey to join him at the end of the scene?
(a) He offers him an acting role.
(b) He says he loves him.
(c) He pulls out cash.
(d) He gives him drugs.

9. How is Freddie Gonzaga related to Rio?
(a) He is her father.
(b) He is her brother.
(c) They are not related.
(d) He is her husband.

10. What does Alacran recommend in Scene 12 after Carreon skulks off?
(a) A drink.
(b) A film screening.
(c) A friendly wager.
(d) A debate about the Marcos regime.

11. What is the name of Nestor and Barbara's melodrama?
(a) Love Letters.
(b) Joys and Terrors.
(c) Amorous Tempest.
(d) Passions of the Heart.

12. In Scene 11, whose accusations does Imelda Marcos deny?
(a) Avila's.
(b) Reagan's.
(c) Ledesma's.
(d) Perlita's.

13. In Scene 10, what has Imelda Marcos accused of doing regarding her Film Center construction workers?
(a) Refusing to pay them until work is completed.
(b) Burying them under the foundations.
(c) Refused to recognize their union.
(d) Regularly sleeping with them.

14. What Lolita Luna movie is playing in Scene 6?
(a) Tension Point.
(b) The Ecstasy.
(c) Agony of Love.
(d) Mistress and the Night.

15. Where do Romeo and Trini meet in Scene 6?
(a) The Odeon.
(b) The beach.
(c) The airport.
(d) A radio studio.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Avila think he is safe from Marcos' retribution?

2. In Scene 6, why does Romeo say he cannot get a drink with Trini?

3. When did Jean Mallat come to the Philippines?

4. Which revolutionary European director hits on Joey in Scene 10?

5. Why is Uncle berating Joey in Scene 4?

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