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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Wallace isn't sure what _____ everyone at the car race is waiting for.
(a) Victory.
(b) News.
(c) Event.
(d) Food.

2. In Hix's argument, "Morte d'Author," American post-structuralists argue what about authors?
(a) There are too few.
(b) The definition is wrong.
(c) The concept isn't important.
(d) The concept has some validity.

3. What does Wallace believe the criticism of "Lost Highway" will be over?
(a) The attempt.
(b) The language.
(c) The length.
(d) The casting.

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

5. What natural disaster does Jim Edgar discuss with the press?
(a) The flood.
(b) The hurricane.
(c) The earthquake.
(d) The tornado.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the critics view Lynch's painting experience?

2. Why can't Wallace watch the car race?

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

4. Wallace's first feeling about the cruise is _______.

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

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