Cultural Context (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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In what year was 'On the Waterfront' released?
In what year was 'On the Waterfront' released?
1954
What does 'D&D' stand for in the dockworkers' code of silence?
What does 'D&D' stand for in the dockworkers' code of silence?
Deaf and Dumb
When were the Waterfront Crime Commission hearings held?
When were the Waterfront Crime Commission hearings held?
1953
Who directed 'On the Waterfront'?
Who directed 'On the Waterfront'?
Elia Kazan
What does Terry's decision to 'name names' mirror?
What does Terry's decision to 'name names' mirror?
Kazan's HUAC testimony
How does Father Barry view the docks?
How does Father Barry view the docks?
As his parish
What does Father Barry compare the workers' suffering to?
What does Father Barry compare the workers' suffering to?
Christ's crucifixion
Where was 'On the Waterfront' filmed?
Where was 'On the Waterfront' filmed?
Entirely on location in New Jersey
What role does Johnny Friendly represent?
What role does Johnny Friendly represent?
A corrupt union boss
According to Father Barry, where is the church?
According to Father Barry, where is the church?
Wherever a man fights for justice
What role does Edie Doyle play in Terry's story?
What role does Edie Doyle play in Terry's story?
She's a catalyst for his transformation
What committee did Kazan and Schulberg testify before?
What committee did Kazan and Schulberg testify before?
HUAC