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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 138-183.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After discussing Hix's argument, what is Wallace's final opinion on the argument over "authors"?
(a) Neither side is right.
(b) It's pointless.
(c) It's too confusing.
(d) It's an endless argument.

2. What article of clothing distinguishes a "Kmart Person"?
(a) Their shoes.
(b) Their jewelry.
(c) Their t-shirts.
(d) Their pants.

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

4. 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 defines the style.
(d) It makes the piece more fun.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. At the beginning of "E Unibus Pluram," what does Wallace describe fiction writers as enjoying?

3. As a child, what did Wallace believe the purpose of carnivals was?

4. At Wallace's games, how do people respond to a tornado warning?

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

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