1.
Who is the director of the film?
Correct Answer
C. Francis Ford Coppola
Explanation
Francis Ford Coppola is the correct answer because he is a renowned film director known for directing the film "The Godfather." Marlo Brando and Michael Corleone are characters in the film, not the director. Mario Puzo is the author of the novel on which the film is based, but he is not the director.
2.
One of the following is the producer of the film?
Correct Answer
D. Albert S. Ruddy
Explanation
Albert S. Ruddy is the correct answer because a producer is responsible for overseeing the production of a film, including securing financing, hiring the cast and crew, and managing the overall production process. James Caan, Mario Puzo, and Robert Duvall are all actors who may have been involved in the film, but they are not typically responsible for the production aspects. Albert S. Ruddy, on the other hand, is a well-known film producer who has worked on various successful films, making him the most likely candidate for being the producer of the film in question.
3.
When was this film released?
Correct Answer
A. March 15, 1972
Explanation
The film was released on March 15, 1972.
4.
Which of these awards was won by this film?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Explanation
The film won all of the mentioned awards, which includes Oscars for best picture, best actor, and best adapted screenplay.
5.
In what year did the U.S National Film Registry select the godfather for preservation?
Correct Answer
B. 1990
Explanation
In 1990, the U.S National Film Registry selected "The Godfather" for preservation.
6.
The film was edited by which of the following persons?
Correct Answer
D. William Reynolds and Peter Zinner
Explanation
William Reynolds and Peter Zinner are the correct answer because they are the individuals who edited the film. The question is asking for the names of the people responsible for editing the film, and out of the given options, William Reynolds and Peter Zinner are the only pair of names that fit this criteria.
7.
How much did Coppola agree to receive for directing the film?
Correct Answer
A. $125,000 and 6% of gross rentals
Explanation
Coppola agreed to receive $125,000 as a fixed amount for directing the film. In addition to this, he also agreed to receive 6% of the gross rentals of the film. This means that he would earn a percentage of the total revenue generated by the film through rentals. This combination of a fixed amount and a percentage of revenue ensures that Coppola is compensated both upfront and based on the success of the film.
8.
Who was the godfather's wife?
Correct Answer
C. Carmela
Explanation
Carmela is the correct answer because she was the wife of the godfather.
9.
When was the final screenplay concluded?
Correct Answer
A. March 29, 1971
Explanation
The final screenplay was concluded on March 29, 1971.
10.
Who is the author of the godfather?
Correct Answer
A. Mario Puzo
Explanation
Mario Puzo is the correct answer because he is the author of the novel "The Godfather," which was published in 1969. The novel tells the story of the Corleone crime family and was later adapted into a highly successful film series. Puzo's work on "The Godfather" earned him critical acclaim and solidified his place as one of the most influential authors in the crime genre.