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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Truffaut refer to "Notorious"?
(a) As a departure from Hitchcock's usual style.
(b) As a technical marvel.
(c) As the quintessence of Hitchcock.
(d) As a surprising failure.

2. What was the focus of "Spellbound"?
(a) Brainwashing.
(b) Psychoanalysis.
(c) Genetic mutation.
(d) Hypnotism.

3. What was the screenplay of Hitchcock's first official film based on?
(a) A play called "Who is He?".
(b) A play called "A Cup of Coffee."
(c) A play called "Wuthering Flower."
(d) A play called "Escape."

4. What is said to be one of the most notable innovations of Hitchcock's films?
(a) Sound effects.
(b) Use of color.
(c) Camera angles.
(d) Lighting.

5. Which member of Hitchcock's family made an appearance in "Strangers on a Train"?
(a) His mother.
(b) His cousin.
(c) His wife.
(d) His daughter.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Hitchcock made his directorial debut, what was the film based on?

2. What did Hitchcock say it was important to find a balance between with a movie's plot?

3. In what year did Hitchcock first travel to America?

4. What caused the theater audience to applaud at the premiere of "The Ring"?

5. Who did Hitchcock meet that influenced his interest in writing scripts?

(see the answer key)

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