Hollywood Strike 2023!

How long had it been since the last strike by the Writers Guild of America before the current one?

• 5 years

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

What was the main reason for the Writers Guild of America going on strike?

• Disputes over streaming revenue

• Increased pay, better residuals, protection against AI

• Disagreements over DVD sales

• Lack of healthcare benefits

Who represents the major studios in negotiations with the Writers Guild of America?

• The AMPTP

• The WGA

• The SAG

• The DGA

What has transformed the industry, according to the video?

• Broadcast TV

• Cable television

• DVD sales

• Streaming

How many episodes does 'Abbott Elementary' typically produce, allowing writers to support themselves for a year?

• 22 episodes

• 15 episodes

• 8 episodes

• 12 episodes

What are 'mini rooms' in the context of Hollywood's new production model?

• Small production teams

• Writers' rooms for developing scripts without producing

• Editing suites

• Meeting rooms for negotiations

What did the studios agree to increase in response to the WGA's concerns?

• Overall budget for shows

• Minimum rates for writers in development rooms

• Number of episodes per season

• Residuals for streaming shows

What year did the last Writers Guild of America strike against the Hollywood Studios occur before the current one?

• 2005

• 2010

• 2007

• 2012

What was a major outcome of the 2007-2008 strike?

• Increased DVD sales revenue share

• Coverage of internet streaming in the union

• Higher minimum wages for all writers

• Longer contracts for showrunners

According to the WGA, what percentage of Guild Writers working in television are being paid minimum rates?

• Nearly 100%

• Nearly 75%

• Nearly 50%

• Nearly 25%