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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through '8: 33, 0:97' and '9: Porn, 1:09'.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Monroe's marriages does Klosterman discuss the most in Chapter 6?
(a) James Dougherty.
(b) He mentions none of them.
(c) Arthur Miller.
(d) Joe DiMaggio.

2. According to Klosterman in Chapter 1, an intellectual relationship is no different from what?
(a) A sexual one.
(b) Mutual hatred.
(c) A teacher-student dynamic.
(d) A friendship.

3. What does Paradise City say they get that most original bands do not?
(a) Applause.
(b) Women.
(c) Money.
(d) Free beer.

4. Which two "brat pack" films does Klosterman reference in Chapter 3?
(a) Sixteen Candles and Pretty in Pink.
(b) The Breakfast Club and St. Elmo's Fire.
(c) Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club.
(d) Pretty in Pink and St. Elmo's Fire.

5. In Chapter 9, Klosterman says the internet allows people to participate in what?
(a) An international dialogue.
(b) A collective consciousness.
(c) A hum of white noise.
(d) A massive orgy.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Klosterman, Coldplay is a worst version of which two other bands?

2. Which major cultural figure does Klosterman say made it easier for men like him to get women?

3. Which artist does Klosterman quote in Chapter 2 as voice questioning materialism?

4. What is the mistake Klosterman's friends make when they watch romantic comedies and maudlin family dramas?

5. What does Klosterman initially suspect the Sims to be a critique of?

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