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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Flashback: A Brief History of Film Chapters 5-8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During World War II, which director became known for his films that examined sex, greed, and the inherent sadism of humans?
(a) Orson Welles.
(b) Billy Wilder.
(c) Alfred Hitchcock.
(d) John Huston.

2. Through what did Jean Louis Meissonier project Muybridge's work?
(a) Rotoscope.
(b) Glass lantern.
(c) Rear projector.
(d) Zoetrope.

3. Which of the following was not one of the Little Three in the Golden Age of the Studio?
(a) RKO.
(b) United Artists.
(c) Columbia.
(d) Universal.

4. As the studios bowed to pressure from outside groups during the Golden Age, what was one of the effects seen on the gangster movies?
(a) The films became morality tales.
(b) Women were not allowed behind the camera.
(c) Violence was removed.
(d) Gangster films were banned.

5. Which of the following words can be used to describe the films that were produced during the early years of the Golden Age?
(a) Experimental.
(b) Formulaic.
(c) Expressive.
(d) Socially aware.

Short Answer Questions

1. In England in the 1930s, what sociologist announced that films could be a powerful tool for social reform?

2. From what year was a diary entry discovered as having discussed the beginnings of projections?

3. What editor displayed the emotional impact of crowd scenes on film?

4. What was Charlie Chaplin's film persona?

5. Which of the following comedians was not one of the silent film stars from the 1920s?

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