Question VIII. Read the passage about Charlie Chaplin and choose the best answer.
Charlie Chaplin was an English actor, director, producer, and composer. He is known as the most creative person of the silent-film era. Charlie Chaplin's portrayal of the tramp won the hearts of people all over the world.
Chaplin was born in London on the 16th of April, 1889. He spent his childhood in poverty and hardship. In 1910 he began to perform pantomime in the United States. He first appeared on screen in 1914. He created his world-famous character, the Tramp, and he played this classic role in more than 70 films during his career. He also composed background music for most of his films. In 1972 Chaplin received an Honorary Academy Award for 'the incalculable effect he has had in
making motion pictures the art form of this century'. Chaplin died on the 25th of December, 1977, at his home in Switzerland.
1. When did he start appearing in films?
A. ln 1910 B. ln 1914 C. 1972
2. In about how many films did he play the Tramp?
A. Seventy B. Seventeen C. Twenty-five
3. Charlie Chaplin is very famous for __ _
A. his background music
B. his stage performance his character "the Tramp"
C. his background music
4. Which of the following is NOT true?
A. Charlie Chaplin was an English artist.
B. He received an award in 1972.
C. He played classical music.
1 B
2 A
3 B
4 C
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