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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 290-318.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where are Lynch's ex-wife's paintings displayed in "Lost Highway"?
(a) In the villain's office.
(b) In the protagonists' home.
(c) On billboards.
(d) In the courthouse.

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

3. What does Wallace blame for his failure as a tennis player in college?
(a) The overwhelming academic work.
(b) Windscreens on the court.
(c) The lack of equipment.
(d) The pressure from coaches.

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

5. What does Wallace feel he has to do on the cruise ship to stay happy?
(a) Do more writing.
(b) Move up in status.
(c) Get more exercise.
(d) Meet more people.

Short Answer Questions

1. Wallace explains that "Kmart People" can only be found in ________.

2. Based on the brochure, what does Wallace anticipate he will do on the cruise?

3. Wallace compares the brochure's affect to a ________.

4. Why are the stadiums empty during Joyce's qualifying matches?

5. What does Wallace attribute his tennis success to?

(see the answer key)

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