Question VI: Read the passage and answer the questions
The Academy Awards, commonly known as The Oscars, are the most famous film awards in the world. They have been held since 1929. They are called The Oscars after the golden statuette awarded to the winners.
The Oscar statuette is officially called the Academy Award of Merit. It is 13½ inches high and weighs 8½ pounds. The Oscar statuette was designed by Cedric Gibbons and sculpted by George Stanley. It is a knight holding a crusader’s sword, standing on the reel of film. The first Oscar was given to Emil Jannings on May 16, 1929.
1. When were The Oscars first organized?
A. In 1929 B. In 1930 C. 1931 D. 1932
2. What are the awards named after?
A. a film B. a golden statuette C. a knight D. a sword
3. Who designed The Oscar statuette?
A. Cedric Gibbons B. George Stanley C. Emil Jannings D. Oscar
4. Who received the first Oscar statuette?
A. Cedric Gibbons B. George Stanley C. Emil Jannings D. Oscar