Influences Behind Star Wars

What year did Star Wars first premiere?

• 1980

• 1977

• 1975

• 1983

Which 1930s series influenced George Lucas for Star Wars?

• Flash Gordon

• Batman

• Superman

• Buck Rogers

Which Akira Kurosawa film had a significant impact on George Lucas?

• Rashomon

• Throne of Blood

• Ikiru

• The Hidden Fortress

What term used in Star Wars was inspired by Japanese culture?

• Droid

• Jedi

• Padawan

• Sith

What was the main theme of the 1958's 'The Hidden Fortress'?

• A battle over a fortress

• A samurai's revenge

• A princess being rescued

• A hidden treasure discovery

What was the original profession of the Stormtroopers' name inspiration?

• World War I pilots

• Vietnam War soldiers

• Medieval knights

• World War II soldiers

Which resistance movement was the Rebel Alliance similar to?

• Russian Resistance

• Chinese Revolution

• French Resistance

• American Revolution

What unexpected outcome occurred with the rights to Star Wars sequels and toys?

• They were considered worthless initially

• They were sold at a high price

• They were lost in a lawsuit

• They were highly profitable

Which movie was remade following the success of Star Wars?

• Blade Runner

• Alien

• Star Trek

• Flash Gordon

What year did George Lucas release his movie 'American Graffiti'?

• 1971

• 1973

• 1975

• 1977