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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 319-353.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Wallace fascinated by tornados?
(a) They don't follow rules of geometry.
(b) They define the terrain.
(c) They are massive.
(d) They terrify people.

2. Why can't Wallace watch the car race?
(a) It's not entertaining.
(b) It's too noisy.
(c) It's too long.
(d) It's too dangerous.

3. According to Wallace, why do Easterners take their vacations to be isolated?
(a) Because they're always around people.
(b) Because they love nature.
(c) Because they are antisocial.
(d) Because they are agoraphobic.

4. Other than tennis, what does Joyce enjoy?
(a) Reading.
(b) Skiing.
(c) Football.
(d) Nothing.

5. What does Wallace believe audiences will reconsider about Pullman after "Lost Highway"?
(a) His comedic abilities.
(b) His intelligence.
(c) His ability to play serious roles.
(d) His ability to act.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why, according to Wallace, did Image-Fiction fail?

2. In Hix's argument, "Morte d'Author," American post-structuralists argue what about authors?

3. Wallace uses Borg as an example of ________ tennis style.

4. Why doesn't Wallace get off the boat in Mexico?

5. Wallace enjoys having a clean cabin, but feels like a _______.

(see the answer key)

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