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How did Orson Welles contribute to 'The War of the Worlds' broadcast?
How did Orson Welles contribute to 'The War of the Worlds' broadcast?
- He acted as a critic, ensuring the play was historically accurate.
- He created the broadcast as part of the Mercury Theater on the Air. (correct)
- He provided financial backing, allowing for sophisticated sound effects.
- He wrote the script, focusing on the personal stories of alien invaders.
In what context is 'affiliate' used regarding Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater?
In what context is 'affiliate' used regarding Orson Welles and the Mercury Theater?
- To describe Welles's strained relationship with the theater's financial backers.
- To highlight Welles's role as a solitary visionary, unconnected to any organization.
- To denote Welles's brief departure from the theater to pursue independent film projects.
- To indicate how Welles joined or united with the Mercury Theater to produce dramatic works. (correct)
What does it imply when the text indicates that Welles 'encumbered' himself with two projects?
What does it imply when the text indicates that Welles 'encumbered' himself with two projects?
- Welles efficiently managed both projects without any increase in stress.
- Welles sought to diversify his skill set by engaging in multiple types of work.
- Welles deliberately took on extra work to challenge his creative abilities.
- Welles burdened or hindered himself by taking on an additional project while already busy. (correct)
How did Howard Koch feel about adapting 'The War of the Worlds', based on the text's use of 'exalted'?
How did Howard Koch feel about adapting 'The War of the Worlds', based on the text's use of 'exalted'?
What does the use of the word 'invariably' suggest about Koch's thoughts regarding 'The War of the Worlds' project?
What does the use of the word 'invariably' suggest about Koch's thoughts regarding 'The War of the Worlds' project?
What was Koch's goal regarding the broadcast's believability, as indicated by his desire for it to sound 'plausible'?
What was Koch's goal regarding the broadcast's believability, as indicated by his desire for it to sound 'plausible'?
How does the text portray the decision-making process behind choosing Grovers Mill as the invasion site, contrasting it with a 'pompous' approach?
How does the text portray the decision-making process behind choosing Grovers Mill as the invasion site, contrasting it with a 'pompous' approach?
Why might Koch have envisioned Grovers Mill as a town with 'portly' farmers?
Why might Koch have envisioned Grovers Mill as a town with 'portly' farmers?
Why was the 'proximity' of Grovers Mill to Princeton University important for Koch's script?
Why was the 'proximity' of Grovers Mill to Princeton University important for Koch's script?
How might completing the script have 'rejuvenated' Koch?
How might completing the script have 'rejuvenated' Koch?
Why was 'The War of the Worlds' broadcast considered 'unprecedented'?
Why was 'The War of the Worlds' broadcast considered 'unprecedented'?
How does the definition of 'pompous' relate to Koch's decision-making process for selecting Grovers Mill?
How does the definition of 'pompous' relate to Koch's decision-making process for selecting Grovers Mill?
How does Koch's desire for the broadcast to sound 'plausible' connect to the unprecedented reaction it caused?
How does Koch's desire for the broadcast to sound 'plausible' connect to the unprecedented reaction it caused?
How might the concept of 'rejuvenate' applies to the amount of work Koch put into this project?
How might the concept of 'rejuvenate' applies to the amount of work Koch put into this project?
What detail was important in making 'The War of the Worlds' radio broadcast seem 'plausible'?
What detail was important in making 'The War of the Worlds' radio broadcast seem 'plausible'?
Flashcards
Affiliate
Affiliate
To join or unite with a larger body; an associated person or organization; a member.
Encumber
Encumber
To hinder; to obstruct; to burden.
Exalted
Exalted
Overjoyed with excitement; raised in status or rank; elevated in style or tone.
Invariably
Invariably
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Plausible
Plausible
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Pompous
Pompous
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Portly
Portly
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Proximity
Proximity
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Rejuvenate
Rejuvenate
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Unprecedented
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Study Notes
- Vocabulary from "The Aliens at Grovers Mill"
Affiliate
- As a noun, it refers to an associated person or organization, or a member.
- It can also be a verb meaning to join or unite with a larger body.
- Orson Welles' "The War of the Worlds" broadcast involved individuals affiliated with the Mercury Theater on the Air.
Encumber
- Means to hinder, obstruct, or burden.
- Welles was already rehearsing for a play, and not delighted with the project.
Exalted
- Defined as overjoyed with excitement, raised in status or rank, or elevated in style or tone.
- Howard Koch, who adapted "The War of the Worlds," did not feel exalted about the project due to being already overworked.
Invariably
- Means continually, perpetually, constantly, or always.
- Koch invariably thought about the project, even when taking time off to visit his family.
Plausible
- Defined as appearing to be true, reasonable, or seeming to be logical or correct.
- Koch wanted the broadcast to sound plausible and therefore decided the story needed a real setting.
Pompous
- Means overly dignified, self-important, or characterized by exaggerated stateliness in speech or manner.
- Koch chose Grovers Mill, New Jersey, as the Martian invasion site, not through pompous executives, but by where his pencil landed on a map.
Portly
- Defined as comfortably fat or stout, or large and heavy in a stately and dignified way.
- The name Grovers Mill reminded Koch of Grover's Corners from the play "Our Town" by Thornton Wilder (1897–1975).
Proximity
- Refers to nearness, closeness, or a neighboring area.
- Grovers Mill was attractive because of its proximity to Princeton University, which had an observatory.
Rejuvenate
- Means to make young or vigorous again, or to give youthful qualities to.
- Completing the script may have temporarily rejuvenated Koch.
Unprecedented
- Means never done or known before, or without previous example.
- Koch's script was so realistic that it created an unprecedented radio event, terrifying listeners.
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