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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What word does Wallace use to define "Lynchian"?
(a) Kitchy.
(b) Macabre.
(c) Tomfoolery.
(d) Happy.

2. What does Wallace believe is the only way for an individual to define "Lynchian"?
(a) By looking it up.
(b) By meeting Lynch.
(c) It can't be defined.
(d) By seeing it.

3. Wallace and other press are transported around the fair on a _______ powered tractor.
(a) Water.
(b) Ethanol.
(c) Solar.
(d) Horse.

4. Hix comments that he feels the post-structuralists' argument makes the concept of an author _______.
(a) Incorrect.
(b) Perfect.
(c) Empty.
(d) Inflated.

5. Ethically, how does Wallace feel about Conroy's essay?
(a) It's advertising.
(b) It sets a low standard.
(c) It's a tribute to writing.
(d) It sets a high standard.

Short Answer Questions

1. By the end of the state fair, what has Wallace realized about the purpose of fairs?

2. Wallace feels ______ when walking through the boat during the storm.

3. Wallace explains that both elderly people and cruise ships are in need of tremendous _______.

4. What natural disaster does Jim Edgar discuss with the press?

5. Where does Wallace's Celebrity Cruise start?

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