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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When was Betty Boop introduced?

2. What is described as a series of cartoons put in order to trick the viewer that movement is occurring?

3. Which of the following was McCay inspired by?

4. In the early days of animation, how many drawings were required per minute?

5. What was Walt Disney's brother's name?

Short Essay Questions

1. What were the strengths of the Fleischer brothers? What were the weaknesses?

2. What were the differences between Max Fleischer and Dave Fleischer?

3. Why did Disney's success slow down during World War II?

4. What kept Disney on top of his competition?

5. Describe McCay's inspiration and uprising.

6. Describe "Little Nemo."

7. Describe three of Disney's legendary works.

8. Describe Winsor McCay and his views.

9. What complications and struggles did McCay face?

10. Why did Disney lose the rights to Oswald the Lucky Rabbit?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Asses Disney's enthusiasm for his work. How was this a good thing? How was his enthusiasm negative? Overall, what type of influence did it have and how do you know?

Essay Topic 2

Describe at least two rivalries present in the animation industry. Why did these rivalries come about? How were they resolved? Was there a clear "winner"?

Essay Topic 3

Of the animators Maltin focuses on, which is considered the most successful? Which one made the biggest contribution to the animation industry? Explain why.

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