After having done a whole unit dealing with films and novels, now we will be dealing with the film SECRET WINDOW. Originally a novel by Stephen King, "Secret Window" is a psychological thriller that will make you think a lot both during and after having watched it.
Can you try to answer the following questions about the film now that you have already watched it?
1. What is the name of the motel where Mort finds Amy and Ted?
a. Motel 6 b. Motel 8 c. The Hilton d. The Holiday Inn
2. What is featured on the front inside flap of the book jacket of "Everybody Drops the Dime"?
a. It has a picture of a screwdriver b. It has Stephen King's picture and biography
c. It has Mort's picture and biography d. It is blank
3. The name of the town that Mort visits periodically to buy groceries, get mail, and see the sheriff is called Tashmore Lake.
a. True b. False
4. In what order does Mort kill his victims?
a. Chico (the dog), Ken, Tom, Ted, and Amy b. Chico (the dog), Ken, Ted, Tom, Amy, and Shooter
c. Tom, Ken, Ted, and Amy d. Amy, Ted, Tom, Ken, and Shooter
5. Finish this quote, said by Mort: "I don't respond well to intimidation. It makes me feel ______."
a. sick b. pretty c. icky d. angry
6. Although Mort denies his bad habit, what brand of cigarettes does he smoke?
a. Virginia Slims b. Marlboro Light c. Camel d. Pall Mall
7. The note that Shooter leaves on Mort's door says "Two days. No police. I am not joking."
a. True b. False
8. What is the name of the main character in the manuscript by John Shooter?
a. Todd Downey b. Michael Hastings c. Tommy Haverlock d. Bubba Mustafa Armadillo
9. What is the name of the manuscript by John Shooter, which is almost identical to the story "Secret Window" by Mort Rainey?
a. Harvest Time b. Secret Window, Secret Garden c. Sowing Season d. The Lovely Bones
10. Mort's housekeeper, Mrs. Garvey, is wearing a necklace. What charm is on her necklace?
a. a smiley face b. the letter A c. a cross d. pearls
You will find the answers in the www.palimpalem.com/4/English4PET website. Correct your answers and send your result to your teacher using the "comentarios" at the end of this blog entry. Hope you enjoy this task... Thanks!
P.S. And if you want to do another quiz about the film Secret Window, follow this link http://www.funtrivia.com/playquiz/quiz18206014d91a8.html and answer the questions. At the end of the quiz, click for the answers and you will discover your score.
