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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Post-structuralists believe that although the historical context can aid a text, much of it really depends on what?
(a) The reader.
(b) The hype.
(c) The language.
(d) The length.

3. What is Wallace's explanation for why Midwesterners are alienated?
(a) Because they have different ethical values.
(b) Because their home is like a factory.
(c) Because they enjoy different movies.
(d) Because they speak differently.

4. Why was Wallace sent to the state fair?
(a) Because he enjoys them.
(b) Because he used to work for one.
(c) Because he is a native.
(d) Because he volunteered.

5. What does Wallace think will happen to Arquette because of "Lost Highway"?
(a) She will never be hired again.
(b) She will stop acting.
(c) She will gain some respect.
(d) She will become wildly successful.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Wallace get ill on his first day at the desert competition?

2. When does Wallace realize he is no longer a Midwesterner?

3. What charity do Brenda Edgar and Ronald McDonald discuss with the press?

4. Wallace believes people recognize pop-culture references but are _______ with them.

5. Why does Wallace see the baton twirling competition as dangerous?

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