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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Ten.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Sammy act during the premier in Chapter Five?
(a) Uncomfortable because he is afraid of being caught in his lies.
(b) He can't wait for the premier to be over because he never wanted the fame in the first place.
(c) Nervous, but happy to be in the light.
(d) As if he needs constant reassurance and support.

2. How does Sammy convince Selznick to buy the manuscript?
(a) He says it's in demand and worth the investment.
(b) He doesn't convince him because Selznick will buy anything.
(c) He performs the manuscript over the phone.
(d) He tells him he can have all of the profit.

3. Where did Sammy get his name?
(a) When he was three and a half he changed it to the name of the neighbor kid.
(b) His elementary school teacher gave it to him.
(c) His mother changed it for him when he got beat up in school.
(d) The kids on the playground changed it for him.

4. In Chapter Ten, what does Al say Hollywood is full of?
(a) Phonies, mediocrities, dictators, and good men who have lost their way.
(b) Beaches, bars, and women who are willing to dress up to play the part.
(c) Washups, drunks, addicts and the real stuff.
(d) Actors, directors, and car salesmen.

5. What kind of review does Sammy's movie receive in Chapter Five?
(a) The film gets one star.
(b) The movie is called a smash.
(c) Middle of the road.
(d) The movie is called a bore.

Short Answer Questions

1. What title does Sammy sell the manuscript under in Chapter Two?

2. In Chapter Five, when he's talking to Kit, what does Al compare Sammy to?

3. Why is Al first intrigued by Sammy?

4. In Chapter Seven, what happens when Al gets laid off his job?

5. What is Al's mistake in his article?

(see the answer key)

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