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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Hitchcock talk about in regards to his film, "The Ring"?
(a) The film's technical innovations.
(b) The budget.
(c) The perfect casting.
(d) The behind-the-scenes shenanigans.

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

3. Who was said to rarely have the same viewpoint as the filmmaker?
(a) Film critics.
(b) The audience.
(c) The studio.
(d) The actors.

4. What did Hitchcock say, as a child, when asked what he wanted to be when he grew up?
(a) A writer.
(b) A veterinarian.
(c) An actor.
(d) An engineer.

5. What is Hitchcock known as?
(a) The Wizard of Cinematography.
(b) The Genius of Film.
(c) Alfred of Many Angles.
(d) The Master of Suspense.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Truffaut do for a living when he and Hitchcock first met?

2. What was confiscated at a border crossing when Hitchcock was directing his first film?

3. What happens at the end of "The Secret Agent"?

4. Which of the following is NOT named as an actor Hitchcock favored?

5. What was the name of Hitchcock's school when he was young?

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