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THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

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Warm-up Questions

What does the phrase “The Silence of the Lambs” make you think the movie might be about?
What kinds of scenes do you expect in a video called “Most Iconic Scenes” from a famous film?
What do you think could make a movie scene “iconic” (memorable) for many people?

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THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

Meeting Dr. Lecter and first impressions (00:00 – 02:00)

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1. What does Dr. Lecter ask to see early in the conversation?

A written confession
A phone number for Jack Crawford
Her credentials
Her weapon

2. What does the speaker say about being in the FBI?

She has already graduated from the Academy.
She is a senior FBI agent.
She is still in training at the Academy.
She is not connected to the FBI at all.

3. What does the person helping with the truck say about the other person’s size?

They look about a size 14.
They look about a size 4.
They look about a size 18.
They look about a size 10.

THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

Threats, bargaining, and disturbing information (02:00 – 05:00)

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1. What is the captive repeatedly told to do?

Place the lotion in the basket
Call her family
Open the door quietly
Write a ransom note

2. What does Dr. Lecter say he won’t do regarding “privileges”?

He won’t bargain for better privileges.
He won’t provide any names.
He won’t accept any visitors.
He won’t speak to Clarice again.

3. According to Dr. Lecter, what is Buffalo Bill’s real name?

Louis Friend
Benjamin Raspel
Jack Crawford
Catherine Martin

THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

Clarice’s memory: the lambs and running away (05:00 – 07:31)

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1. What does Clarice say she heard that woke her up?

Screaming
Someone calling her name
A car engine
Gunshots

2. Where does Clarice say she went to look for the source of the noise?

Into a barn
Into a hospital
Into a police station
Into a city street

3. What did Clarice do after trying to free the lambs?

She took one lamb and ran away.
She stayed and fell asleep in the barn.
She called her cousins for help.
She sold the lambs at a market.

THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

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1. What is a major emotional tone across these scenes?

Light and comedic
Romantic and playful
Tense and threatening
Boring and routine

2. In the conversation with Clarice, what strategy does Dr. Lecter often use?

He speaks only in short yes/no answers.
He questions her and pushes for personal details.
He avoids personal topics completely.
He gives direct help without conditions.

3. What does Clarice’s story about the lambs mainly show?

A fear of animals that never changed
A plan to become a senator
A desire to save someone even when it’s difficult
A love of farming work

Discussion Questions

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THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS (1991) | Most Iconic Scenes | MGM

Is it ever acceptable for an investigator to use psychological pressure to get information? Why or why not?
What details in the transcript create tension or fear, even without seeing the video?
Clarice says, “I thought if I could save just one.” What does that suggest about her values or motivation?
Why do you think the film connects the idea of “lambs” with Clarice’s memories and emotions?