Silent Era of Hollywood - Quiz

What era marks the first golden age of Hollywood filmmaking?

• The Sound Era

• The Modern Era

• The Silent Era

• The Digital Era

During the Silent Era, how much did movie tickets typically cost?

• 50 to 75 cents

• 10 to 25 cents

• 1 to 5 dollars

• Free

What technique did Sergei Eisenstein pioneer in Soviet filmmaking?

• Sound synchronization

• Color film

• Montage

• 3D animation

What was the purpose of the Motion Picture Patents Company (MPPC) formed by Edison?

• To promote independent films

• To control all aspects of film production and distribution

• To create sound films

• To develop color films

Why did many independent filmmakers move to California in the early 1900s?

What was a significant outcome of the Hollywood studio system's control?

• Decreased profits

• Increased creative control for filmmakers

• Maximized profits and maintained creative control

• Limited film genres

Who revolutionized film production by establishing an assembly-line approach?

• Thomas H. Ince

• Mack Sennett

• Charlie Chaplin

• Louis B. Mayer

Which job in film production is in charge of managing the overall production, including budgeting and scheduling.

• Director

• Screenwriter

• Producer

• Editor

Who is in charge of overseeing the artistic aspects of the film, guiding actors and crew.

• Director

• Producer

• Screenwriter

• Editor

What was the name of the studio where Thomas H. Ince built the first permanent exterior sets?

• Inceville

• Hollywood Studios

• Paramount Pictures

• Universal Studios