"My Cousin Vinny" And "Fargo"

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1. My Cousin Vinny:  What is the word that causes confusion between Vinny and the Judge around 1:17:50?

Explanation

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.

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"My Cousin Vinny" And "Fargo" - Quiz

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... see morequestions 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 NOT 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.

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2. 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?

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.

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3. 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?

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.

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4. My Cousin Vinny:  What is “bail”? 

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.

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My Cousin Vinny:  From 9:57 to 11:04 , Bill talks to his mother.  What happens as a result of this conversation?

Explanation

During the conversation, Bill's mother tells him that they have an attorney in the family, Vinny. Vinny becomes their lawyer.

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6. My Cousin Vinny:  Why does the judge shake Vinny’s hand and tell him that he was honored to have Vinny in his courtroom? 

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.

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7. FARGO:  Who is Shep Proudfoot?

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.

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8. My Cousin Vinny:  At 1:41:22, Vinny asks “Does the defense’s case hold water?”  What does this mean?

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?"

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9. "My Cousin Vinny":  Why does Bill jump and yell, “Wait a minute!” at 9:05?

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.

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10. FARGO:  Around 15:21, Jerry has a phone conversation.  What is the amount of money involved? 

Explanation

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11. FARGO:  Around 25:15, why do the two men get pulled over by the police?  What is the name of the town?

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.

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12. FARGO:  Around 38:30, what is discussed at the meeting of the three men?  

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.

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13. 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?

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.

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14. 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? 

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.

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15. FARGO:  Around 32:30, who is the woman in bed?

Explanation

In the movie Fargo, at around 32:30, the woman in bed is Chief Gunderson.

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16. FARGO:  One character says:  "The Prowler needs a jump."  What does this mean?

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."

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17. FARGO:  Beginning at 9:15, explain why the man is upset at the man who first appeared at 3:01.

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.

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18. My Cousin Vinny:  Provide a complete transcription of what District Attorney Trotter says from 01:47:13 to 01:47:23.

Explanation

"Your Honor, in light of Ms. Vito's and Mr. Wilbur's testimony, the State would like to dismiss all charges."

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19. My Cousin Vinny:  About 12:50, a man speaks to Vinny about a car problem.  He tells Vinny that _______________________.

Explanation

he has mud in his tires

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20. FARGO:  Why does Shep beat up the man around 1:04:10?

Explanation

Shep is angry because Chief Gunderson has connected him to the kidnapping attempt, and he may have to go back to prison.

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My Cousin Vinny:  What is the word that causes confusion between...
My Cousin Vinny:  Around 43:00, Vinny and the two young men are...
My Cousin Vinny:  From 25:44 to 25:50, the man at the restaurant...
My Cousin Vinny:  What is “bail”? 
My Cousin Vinny:  From 9:57 to 11:04 , Bill talks to his...
My Cousin Vinny:  Why does the judge shake Vinny’s hand and...
FARGO:  Who is Shep Proudfoot?
My Cousin Vinny:  At 1:41:22, Vinny asks “Does the defense’s...
"My Cousin Vinny":  Why does Bill jump and yell, “Wait a...
FARGO:  Around 15:21, Jerry has a phone conversation.  What...
FARGO:  Around 25:15, why do the two men get pulled over by the...
FARGO:  Around 38:30, what is discussed at the meeting of the...
FARGO:  There is a meeting that starts around 19:30.  (There...
FARGO:  Around 1:18:40, what does Jerry offer to do in order to...
FARGO:  Around 32:30, who is the woman in bed?
FARGO:  One character says:  "The Prowler needs a...
FARGO:  Beginning at 9:15, explain why the man is upset at the...
My Cousin Vinny:  Provide a complete transcription of what...
My Cousin Vinny:  About 12:50, a man speaks to Vinny about a car...
FARGO:  Why does Shep beat up the man around 1:04:10?
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