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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 183-212.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Wallace speculates that there might be a _______point to Lynch using his ex-wife's paintings in "Lost Highway."
(a) Larger.
(b) Personal.
(c) Sarcastic.
(d) Bitter.

2. As a child, what did Wallace believe the purpose of carnivals was?
(a) To entertain him.
(b) To make money.
(c) To inspire community.
(d) To praise God.

3. After "Dune," why did Lynch begin to work on smaller projects?
(a) So he could have more control.
(b) So he could spend time with his family.
(c) So he could educate.
(d) So he could avoid drama.

4. Why does Lynch urinate on trees in the middle of Los Angeles while filming "Lost Highway"?
(a) Because it's in the movie.
(b) Because he despises the city.
(c) Because he's too busy to use a bathroom.
(d) Because he likes the shock value.

5. How does Wallace describe the public restrooms at the desert competition?
(a) Clean.
(b) Average.
(c) Disgusting.
(d) Heavenly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Wallace see fighting irony as "impossible"?

2. Why do the students disagree with their professor in "E Unibus Pluram"?

3. Wallace believes that Lynch's films are the most successful when what is developed?

4. According to Wallace, how do commercials respond to the pressure for people to stop watching so much television?

5. What does Wallace believe audiences will reconsider about Pullman after "Lost Highway"?

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