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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 become known for inserting into his films?
(a) Gags.
(b) Original music.
(c) Actors of all races.
(d) Up-and-coming actors and actresses.

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

3. Who was Hitchcock's assistant after he became a director?
(a) Alma Reville.
(b) Ashley Rand.
(c) Ansley Riece.
(d) Annie Redmond.

4. According to Hitchcock, what prevents a film audience from feeling emotions?
(a) An unbelievable storyline.
(b) A story they cannot relate to.
(c) Complexity.
(d) Bad acting and direction.

5. What were caption cards used for?
(a) To list the credits.
(b) To help the actors get into character.
(c) To make up for the lack of sound in silent movies.
(d) They were used as subtitles for foreign films.

Short Answer Questions

1. Over what span of time did the interview between Truffaut and Hitchcock take place?

2. When Hitchcock began to pay more attention to scenarios than the plausibility of the plot, what was he able to focus on?

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

4. What did Hitchcock say must be done about the MacGuffin so that the story was not ruined?

5. Who did Hitchcock say was the actual recipient of the Oscar?

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