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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Midwest, how are people supposed to respond to a tornado during a tennis match?
(a) Go to a nearby ditch.
(b) Get under the benches.
(c) Go home.
(d) Gather together.

2. When looking at the Dreamward, what does Wallace want?
(a) More luxury.
(b) To go back home.
(c) To go back to bed.
(d) To work for the ship.

3. Why does Wallace believe references to pop-culture are necessary?
(a) It makes the work more realistic.
(b) He was paid to say this.
(c) It makes the piece more fun.
(d) It defines the style.

4. Wallace explains that "Kmart People" can only be found in ________.
(a) The Midwest.
(b) State fairs.
(c) His town.
(d) Expo Centers.

5. Why does Wallace order so much room service on the ship?
(a) He has an eating disorder.
(b) He's antisocial.
(c) He takes advantage of everything.
(d) It's included in the ticket price.

Short Answer Questions

1. What about the Nadir has changed Wallace?

2. What does Wallace see Joyce's criticism of Brakus as?

3. According to Wallace, what elements do Lynch's films draw out?

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

5. When did Lynch first become critically reviled?

(see the answer key)

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