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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 256-290.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Wallace feel the theme of consumption is appropriate for this state fair?
(a) There's good food there.
(b) The people are overweight.
(c) There's nothing to do but eat in the state.
(d) Its economy is based on agriculture.

2. What was Image-Fiction a response to?
(a) The decline of the government.
(b) The rapid development of art.
(c) The surplus of nonfiction.
(d) Television's influence.

3. When does Wallace realize he is no longer a Midwesterner?
(a) When he gets lost on a farm.
(b) When he can't understand the accent.
(c) When he notices he dresses differently.
(d) When he realizes he can't enjoy the carnival.

4. According to Native Companion, why doesn't she get upset about sexual harassment?
(a) Otherwise they would harass her more.
(b) They're just kidding.
(c) Otherwise she wouldn't have any fun.
(d) They're complimenting her.

5. According to Wallace, why does the cruise ship brochure frequently use the second person?
(a) To appear personable.
(b) To draw you in.
(c) To make you feel uncomfortable.
(d) To create a fantasy.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Wallace observe about people dancing at a rock concert?

3. Wallace uses McEnroe as an example of ________ tennis style.

4. Why doesn't Wallace get seasick?

5. Why was Wallace fascinated by tornados?

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