From as early as the 1920s millions of Americans were moviegoers. In the beginning, movies had simple plots and were quickly over. Often they lasted only fifteen minutes. The first Western, The Great Train Robbery, had three small scenes - a train robbery, a pursuit on horseback, and a surprise ending where the crook pointed his gun at the movie audience and fired.
During the 1900s, Hollywood and New Jersey were competitors for the movie industry. New Jersey was desirable because so many actors and actresses worked on Broadway, which is near New Jersey. However, all filming had to take place outside where the light was strong enough. As a result, Hollywood, nestled in the hills of sunny southern California, became the better choice for year-round filming.
By the 1920s, Hollywood films became a booming industry. Actors such as Charlie Chaplin were making $10,000 per week instead of a few dollars per day on Broadway. Directors began producing longer movies with more placated plots. In time, Hollywood stood for films and the rich people who starred in them.
0Câu 6
According to paragraph 1, what kind of movies were being produced?
A. Movies that were filmed outdoors.
B.Short movies with simple story lines.
C. Slow-moving and silent films
D. Black and white movies
Câu 7
According to paragraph 2, what was the main reason that Hollywood, came a prime location for making films?
A. Southern California has a year-round sunny climate.
B.The city government promised a tax break if movie companies relocated.
C. All films had to take place outside.
D. Many actors and actresses worked there.
Câu 8
According to paragraph 3, what did Hollywood come to symbolize?
A. The center of Broadway entertaining.
B.An ideal place for film makers.
C. The ultimate vacation spot for the rich.
D. The film industry and its glamorous movie stars.
Câu 9
It can be inferred from the passage that .................
A. nowadays, movies attract more audiences than plays.
B.before the rise of the film, Broadway was the place where actors each become famous.
C. in the future, Hollywood will produce longer and more expensive works.
D. Hollywood movies are admired by audiences all over the world.
Câu 10
According to the passage, which of the following is true?
A. Because of its sunny weather, Hollywood became the capital of film
B.New Jersey was attractive because great actors worked on road
C. By the 1920s, film makers earned more money than actors.
D. Hollywood had an enormous influence on the American culture.
A.
B.
C.
D.
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