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The transcript discusses Tom Hardy's reputation as an actor known for tough roles and his love for rescue dogs. It also covers the introduction of a dog into a story and the initial rule on set that no one could cuddle the dog due to its cuteness. Eventually, the rule was broken, leading to everyone cuddling the dog.

What is Tom Hardy known for in the UK?

• Being a musician

• Being a comedian

• Playing tough roles

• Playing romantic roles

What kind of dogs does Tom Hardy have?

• Purebred dogs

• Rescue dogs

• Guard dogs

• Show dogs

What was the initial rule regarding the dog on set?

• Only Tom Hardy could cuddle the dog

• The dog was not allowed on set

• The dog had to be in every scene

• No one could cuddle the dog

Why was the no-cuddle rule eventually broken?

• The director allowed it

• The dog was misbehaving

• The dog was too cute

• The dog was part of a scene

How many dogs were there on set?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four