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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where is Asymmetrical Productions conveniently located for Lynch?
(a) In his house.
(b) Downtown.
(c) Next to his home.
(d) Near the set.

3. What does Wallace believe Lynch's painting experience has helped him with?
(a) Enhancing subtleties.
(b) Being creative.
(c) Focusing on the beauty of a scene.
(d) Expressing stories without irony.

4. Why does Wallace see fighting irony as "impossible"?
(a) It insults those who question it.
(b) It is too powerful.
(c) It's an integral part of the world.
(d) People enjoy it.

5. At the livestock barns of the fair, Wallace observes that horses are _______.
(a) Dirty.
(b) Noble.
(c) Lazy.
(d) Stupid.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ride is Wallace kicked off of?

2. Why, according to Wallace, is tennis the most demanding sport?

3. What is the most common word used to criticize Lynch's movies?

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

5. What advertising logo is hung around the Canadian Open?

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