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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 256-290.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of "E Unibus Pluram," what does Wallace describe fiction writers as enjoying?
(a) Traveling.
(b) Watching others.
(c) Reading.
(d) Playing sports.

2. What does Wallace attribute his tennis success to?
(a) Sun.
(b) God.
(c) Wind.
(d) Emotions.

3. Wallace believes fighting technology lies in ________.
(a) War.
(b) Compliance.
(c) Conservatism.
(d) Imitation.

4. What does Wallace believe about the dialogue in six hours worth of television?
(a) Little of substance is being said.
(b) There are hidden jems.
(c) People can learn a lot from it.
(d) There is too much to be digested.

5. Where is Asymmetrical Productions conveniently located for Lynch?
(a) In his house.
(b) Near the set.
(c) Next to his home.
(d) Downtown.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Wallace most like about the Expo Building at the state fair?

2. How does Wallace believe "Lost Highway" can be interpreted?

3. What does Wallace believe is the cause for Lynch being so poorly received by critics?

4. When did Lynch first become critically reviled?

5. Wallace begins his essay on Michael Joyce, describing Joyce _______ serving a ball.

(see the answer key)

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