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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, The Silent Era.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a nickname for celluloid?
(a) Ulo.
(b) Loid.
(c) Cel.
(d) Cellu.

2. What was McCay's first feature?
(a) Little Nemo.
(b) Looking for Nemo.
(c) Tiny Nemo.
(d) Finding Nemo.

3. Which of the following limited early animation?
(a) Low production costs.
(b) Black and white coloring.
(c) Inappropriate drawing tools.
(d) Ability to combine live action with cartoons.

4. In what year did McCay's first feature come out?
(a) 1918.
(b) 1911.
(c) 1924.
(d) 1914.

5. When did Bray apply for a patent?
(a) 1914.
(b) 1910.
(c) 1923.
(d) 1918.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to those that did not believe that animation was real, what was McCay using to trick the audience?

2. In the early days of animation, how many frames per second were required for an animated piece?

3. McCay said that animation had unfortunately become what?

4. What did Bray's machine print on?

5. Which of the following had the greatest impact on the animation industry?

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