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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the time Hitchcock was making his foray into film, what was the opinion of American films?
(a) They were improving rapidly.
(b) They were superior to British films.
(c) They were inferior to British films.
(d) They were considered a highbrow art form.

2. How many of Hitchcock's films failed before he had a comeback with "Strangers on a Train"?
(a) Two.
(b) One.
(c) Zero.
(d) Four.

3. After the British took over Paramount Famous Players-Lasky, what position was Hitchcock assigned to?
(a) Assistant director.
(b) Assistant producer.
(c) Head of advertising.
(d) Editor.

4. What genre was Hitchcock's film "Mr. and Mrs. Smith"?
(a) Comedy.
(b) Action.
(c) Period romance.
(d) Science fiction.

5. What was one of Truffaut's favorite aspects of "Rear Window"?
(a) The moody music.
(b) The darkness of the scenes.
(c) The use of close shots.
(d) The subtle humor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which member of Hitchcock's family made an appearance in "Strangers on a Train"?

2. Where was a portion of Hitchcock's directorial debut filmed?

3. How was Hitchcock's first American film received in Britain?

4. Where did Hitchcock film "Spellbound"?

5. What did Hitchcock insist that all people have at least some tendency for?

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