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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 83-111.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Wallace call his tennis style "creative"?
(a) It ignores convention.
(b) It's like a dance.
(c) It accepts nature.
(d) It is basic.

2. Who does Wallace believe is the ultimate outsider?
(a) Midwesterners.
(b) Journalists.
(c) Carnies.
(d) Women.

3. By the end of the state fair, what has Wallace realized about the purpose of fairs?
(a) They are for all the people of the community.
(b) They are a good way to make money.
(c) They are pointless.
(d) They are for advertisement.

4. What charity do Brenda Edgar and Ronald McDonald discuss with the press?
(a) A charity for homeless families.
(b) A charity run by the church.
(c) A charity for developing countries.
(d) A charity for abused children.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Wallace believe television is primarily detrimental to Americans?

2. What does Wallace believe about the dialogue in six hours worth of television?

3. Why was Wallace sent to the state fair?

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

5. What is Wallace's explanation for why Midwesterners are alienated?

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