"My Cousin Vinny" And "Fargo"
Quiz Instructions:
1. Method: This quiz will be taken online during class.
2. Questions: 20.
3. Topic(s): "The Usual Suspects" (all) and "My Cousin Vinny" (partial--easy questions only).
4. Overall Time: 30 Minutes.
5. You may use only your own notes during this quiz. Do NOT refer to any websites other than our Ning course page!
6. You may use a normal dictionary. You may also use an electronic dictionary that is NOT part of a cell phone (hand phone). CELL PHONES MUST BE TURNED OFF AND PUT AWAY!
7. You may Read moreNOT share any materials, including a dictionary, with any other student during the quiz.
8. Once you have answered a question, you cannot go back. Please check your answers carefully before submitting them.
Good luck!
- 1.
"My Cousin Vinny": Why does Bill jump and yell, “Wait a minute!” at 9:05?
- A.
He has not finished making his statement.
- B.
He finally understands why he robbed the store.
- C.
He thinks that everything is proceeding too quickly.
- D.
He needs to use the restroom.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
E. None of the above.Explanation
The reason Bill jumps and yells "Wait a minute!" at 9:05 is not because of any of the given options. The question does not provide enough information to determine the exact reason for his reaction.Rate this question:
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- 2.
My Cousin Vinny: What is the word that causes confusion between Vinny and the Judge around 1:17:50?
- A.
Lutes
- B.
Knutes
- C.
Boots
- D.
Youths
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
D. YouthsExplanation
In the movie "My Cousin Vinny," the word "youths" causes confusion between Vinny and the Judge around 1:17:50. This confusion may arise due to the Judge's accent or Vinny's misunderstanding of the word. However, the exact reason for the confusion is not specified.Rate this question:
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- 3.
My Cousin Vinny: Provide a complete transcription of what District Attorney Trotter says from 01:47:13 to 01:47:23.
- A.
"Your Honor, in light of Ms. Vito's and Mr. Wilbur's testimony, the State would like to dismiss some charges."
- B.
"Your Honor, in light of the preceding testimony, the State would like to dismiss all charges."
- C.
"Your Honor, I object. This person is not on the witness list."
- D.
"Your Honor, I object. The person is not a friend of the court."
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
E. None of the above.Explanation
"Your Honor, in light of Ms. Vito's and Mr. Wilbur's testimony, the State would like to dismiss all charges."Rate this question:
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- 4.
My Cousin Vinny: At 1:41:22, Vinny asks “Does the defense’s case hold water?” What does this mean?
- A.
"Is the defense's case leaking?"
- B.
"Is the defense's claim correct?"
- C.
"Is there something wrong with the defense's position?"
- D.
"Is the defense's claim in the ballpark?"
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
B. "Is the defense's claim correct?"Explanation
Vinny's question "Does the defense's case hold water?" means whether the defense's claim or argument is valid or credible. By asking this question, Vinny is questioning the strength and reliability of the defense's position. Therefore, the correct answer is "Is the defense's claim correct?"Rate this question:
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- 5.
My Cousin Vinny: From 9:57 to 11:04 , Bill talks to his mother. What happens as a result of this conversation?
- A.
He gets bail money from his mother.
- B.
His mother criticizes him for getting in trouble.
- C.
He gets a lawyer.
- D.
His mother offers to find the other young man's parents.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
C. He gets a lawyer.Explanation
During the conversation, Bill's mother tells him that they have an attorney in the family, Vinny. Vinny becomes their lawyer.Rate this question:
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- 6.
My Cousin Vinny: About 12:50, a man speaks to Vinny about a car problem. He tells Vinny that _______________________.
- A.
He knows a good mechanic
- B.
He has crud in his tires
- C.
He would like to help
- D.
He knows everything about cars
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
E. None of the Above.Explanation
he has mud in his tiresRate this question:
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- 7.
My Cousin Vinny: From 25:44 to 25:50, the man at the restaurant says: "Well, you simmer it in water for 15 to 20 minutes. Put it on the plate, and add butter." Is this significant to the story? If so, why?
- A.
No, it is not really significant. It just provides comic relief at a serious point in the film.
- B.
Yes, it is significant. Vinny's knowledge of how to make grits helps him to build rapport with the jury.
- C.
No, it is not at all significant. It is just a normal line in the movie, of no particular importance.
- D.
Yes it is significant. Vinny's knowledge of how to make grits allows him to discredit a prosecution witness.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
D. Yes it is significant. Vinny's knowledge of how to make grits allows him to discredit a prosecution witness.Explanation
Vinny's knowledge of how to make grits becomes significant because it allows him to discredit a prosecution witness. By demonstrating his expertise in a seemingly unrelated topic, Vinny undermines the credibility of the witness and casts doubt on their overall testimony. This showcases Vinny's ability to think on his feet and use unconventional methods to challenge the prosecution's case.Rate this question:
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- 8.
My Cousin Vinny: Around 43:00, Vinny and the two young men are shown in a prison bus. The two men are in the prison bus because they are on trial for a crime. Why is Vinny in the bus?
- A.
The judge cited him for contempt of court.
- B.
He was arrested for speeding.
- C.
He was arrested for punching the man at the pool hall.
- D.
He wanted to give them moral support.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
A. The judge cited him for contempt of court.Explanation
Vinny is in the prison bus because the judge cited him for contempt of court. This means that Vinny showed disrespect or disobedience towards the court during the trial, leading to his punishment of being put in the prison bus. This suggests that Vinny's actions or behavior in the courtroom were deemed inappropriate or disruptive by the judge, resulting in his contempt charge.Rate this question:
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- 9.
My Cousin Vinny: Why does the judge shake Vinny’s hand and tell him that he was honored to have Vinny in his courtroom?
- A.
Since Vinny won the case, the judge just wants to get on his good side.
- B.
The judge was always on Vinny's side, but couldn't show it until after the trial.
- C.
A judge from New York called him and told him good things about Vinny.
- D.
He received a fax from New York that claimed Vinny was a famous, accomplished trial attorney.
- E.
None of the above.
Correct Answer
D. He received a fax from New York that claimed Vinny was a famous, accomplished trial attorney.Explanation
The judge shakes Vinny's hand and tells him that he was honored to have Vinny in his courtroom because he received a fax from New York that claimed Vinny was a famous, accomplished trial attorney. This suggests that the judge was impressed by Vinny's skills and reputation as a lawyer, and it also explains why the judge wants to show his respect and admiration for Vinny after winning the case.Rate this question:
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- 10.
My Cousin Vinny: What is “bail”?
- A.
It is money paid to the jury by a defendant in order to remain out of jail during a trial.
- B.
It is money paid to the court by a defendant in order to remain in jail during a trial.
- C.
It is money paid to the court by a defendant in order to remain out of jail during a trial.
- D.
It is money paid to the victim by a defendant in order to remain out of jail during a trial.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
C. It is money paid to the court by a defendant in order to remain out of jail during a trial.Explanation
Bail is the money paid to the court by a defendant in order to remain out of jail during a trial. This is done as a guarantee that the defendant will appear in court for their trial. If the defendant fails to appear, the court keeps the bail money. Therefore, bail serves as a way for the defendant to secure their release from jail while still ensuring their presence in court.Rate this question:
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- 11.
FARGO: Who is Shep Proudfoot?
- A.
He is the man who put Jerry Lundegaard in touch with the kidnappers.
- B.
He is the man who put the kidnappers in touch with Carl Showalter.
- C.
He is the man who put Chief Gunderson in touch with Jerry Lundegaard.
- D.
He is one of Chief Gunderson's officers.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
A. He is the man who put Jerry Lundegaard in touch with the kidnappers.Explanation
Shep Proudfoot is the man who facilitated the connection between Jerry Lundegaard and the kidnappers. This is evident from the statement "He is the man who put Jerry Lundegaard in touch with the kidnappers." The other options do not accurately describe Shep Proudfoot's role in the story.Rate this question:
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- 12.
FARGO: Beginning at 9:15, explain why the man is upset at the man who first appeared at 3:01.
- A.
He is trying to get a lower price than he agreed to.
- B.
He is not really upset. He is just pretending so that he can change their agreement.
- C.
He lied to the man from 3:01 and is trying to cover his lie.
- D.
The man from 3:01 is charging him for something he doesn't want.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
D. The man from 3:01 is charging him for something he doesn't want.Explanation
The man is upset at the man who first appeared at 3:01 because he is charging him for something he doesn't want. This suggests that there is a disagreement or misunderstanding between the two individuals regarding the price or the item being charged. The man's frustration may stem from the fact that he is being forced to pay for something that he did not agree to or does not see value in.Rate this question:
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- 13.
FARGO: Around 15:21, Jerry has a phone conversation. What is the amount of money involved?
- A.
$320,000
- B.
$40,000
- C.
$80,000
- D.
$1,000,000
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
A. $320,000 -
- 14.
FARGO: There is a meeting that starts around 19:30. (There is a third man at the meeting whom we have not seen before.) Why is Jerry angry after he leaves?
- A.
He failed to persuade the other two men to pay him his finder's fee.
- B.
He failed to persuade the other two men to lend him a large sum of money.
- C.
He believes that they have stolen money from him.
- D.
They refuse to accept a loan he wants to make to them.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
B. He failed to persuade the other two men to lend him a large sum of money.Explanation
Jerry is angry after he leaves the meeting because he was unsuccessful in convincing the other two men to lend him a large sum of money. This suggests that Jerry had approached them with a request for financial assistance, but they declined to help him. This rejection likely caused Jerry's anger and frustration, as he was unable to secure the funds he needed.Rate this question:
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- 15.
FARGO: Around 25:15, why do the two men get pulled over by the police? What is the name of the town?
- A.
The displayed incorrect tags (license plates). The town is "Brainerd."
- B.
The did not display the tags (license plates). The town is "Fargo."
- C.
The displayed incorrect tags (license plates). The town is "Fargo."
- D.
The did not display the tags (license plates). The town is "Brainerd."
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
D. The did not display the tags (license plates). The town is "Brainerd."Explanation
The correct answer is that the two men did not display the tags (license plates) and the town is "Brainerd." This means that the reason they were pulled over by the police in Fargo at around 25:15 in the movie is because they were not displaying their license plates.Rate this question:
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- 16.
FARGO: Around 32:30, who is the woman in bed?
- A.
Chief Gunderson
- B.
Chief Proudfoot
- C.
Chief Showalter
- D.
Chief Grimsrud
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
A. Chief GundersonExplanation
In the movie Fargo, at around 32:30, the woman in bed is Chief Gunderson.Rate this question:
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- 17.
FARGO: Around 38:30, what is discussed at the meeting of the three men?
- A.
They discuss a business deal and decide to go ahead with it.
- B.
They discuss how to respond to a kidnapping.
- C.
They discuss Jerry's son.
- D.
They discuss how to respond to a problem with the car dealership.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
B. They discuss how to respond to a kidnapping.Explanation
At around 38:30, the three men are seen discussing how to respond to a kidnapping. This suggests that there is a situation involving a kidnapping that requires their attention and decision-making. The other options, such as a business deal, Jerry's son, or a problem with the car dealership, are not mentioned or implied in the given information. Therefore, the correct answer is that they discuss how to respond to a kidnapping.Rate this question:
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- 18.
FARGO: One character says: "The Prowler needs a jump." What does this mean?
- A.
"The police car has a flat tire."
- B.
"The criminal must be caught."
- C.
"The police car has a dead battery."
- D.
"The criminal deserves a beating."
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
C. "The police car has a dead battery."Explanation
The phrase "The Prowler needs a jump" is a colloquial expression used to indicate that a vehicle's battery is dead and needs to be jump-started. In this context, "The Prowler" refers to a police car, suggesting that the police car is unable to start because its battery is dead. Therefore, the correct answer is "The police car has a dead battery."Rate this question:
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- 19.
FARGO: Why does Shep beat up the man around 1:04:10?
- A.
He feels betrayed by the man, who was a close friend.
- B.
The man owes him money.
- C.
He mistakes him for someone else.
- D.
He told the police about Shep.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
E. None of the Above.Explanation
Shep is angry because Chief Gunderson has connected him to the kidnapping attempt, and he may have to go back to prison.Rate this question:
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FARGO: Around 1:18:40, what does Jerry offer to do in order to confirm that no cars have gone missing? What does he actually do?
- A.
He offers to have his boss sign an affidavit, but later refuses to do so.
- B.
He offers to do a lot count, but just lies about it later.
- C.
He offers to have his boss sign an affidavit, but he actually signs it himself.
- D.
He offers to do a lot count, but actually drives away.
- E.
None of the Above.
Correct Answer
D. He offers to do a lot count, but actually drives away.Explanation
Jerry offers to do a lot count, which means he will physically count the number of cars in the lot to confirm that none have gone missing. However, instead of actually doing the lot count, he drives away, indicating that he has no intention of verifying the number of cars. This suggests that Jerry is being dishonest and is involved in some sort of deception or illegal activity regarding the missing cars.Rate this question:
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