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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Wallace think he couldn't compete against some of the lower ranked professionals?
(a) His physical strength.
(b) His style of play.
(c) His concentration.
(d) His training.

2. What frightens Wallace about his bathroom?
(a) The vacuum toilet.
(b) The water pressure.
(c) The slippery tiles.
(d) The electrical outlets.

3. What does Wallace decide to take advantage of in his last days on the cruise ship?
(a) The many activities.
(b) The great views.
(c) The interesting passengers.
(d) The good food.

4. When does Wallace explain Joyce made the decision to play tennis?
(a) It was decided for him.
(b) When he was 22.
(c) When he was born.
(d) Only recently.

5. What is Wallace's favorite feature of the bathroom?
(a) The big mirror.
(b) The shiny sink.
(c) The powerful shower.
(d) The big tub.

6. Wallace speculates that there might be a _______point to Lynch using his ex-wife's paintings in "Lost Highway."
(a) Personal.
(b) Sarcastic.
(c) Bitter.
(d) Larger.

7. Wallace explains that Joyce is in the top _____ tennis players.
(a) 10.
(b) 1,000.
(c) 50.
(d) 100.

8. What does the word "pamper" in the brochure for the cruise ship make him think of?
(a) Femininity.
(b) Laziness.
(c) Children.
(d) Luxury.

9. Why does Wallace order so much room service on the ship?
(a) He has an eating disorder.
(b) He takes advantage of everything.
(c) It's included in the ticket price.
(d) He's antisocial.

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

11. When does the maid clean Wallace's cabin?
(a) Whenever he tells her.
(b) Every day.
(c) Three times a day.
(d) Every time he leaves his room.

12. What does Wallace believe audiences will reconsider about Pullman after "Lost Highway"?
(a) His ability to play serious roles.
(b) His comedic abilities.
(c) His intelligence.
(d) His ability to act.

13. What deeper truth about the cruise line does Conroy's essay reveal to Wallace?
(a) It's desperate for money.
(b) It's a charity organization.
(c) It wants something from the passenger.
(d) It's a CIA cover.

14. What advertising logo is hung around the Canadian Open?
(a) A star.
(b) A red flag.
(c) A flower.
(d) A cat.

15. Why does Wallace explain the incident between him and a porter on the ship?
(a) To create a metaphor.
(b) To show his conversational abilities.
(c) To complain about the service.
(d) To illustrate the luxury of the ship.

Short Answer Questions

1. What about the Dreamward catches Wallace's eye?

2. Technically, how does Wallace feel about Conroy's essay?

3. Wallace explains that both elderly people and cruise ships are in need of tremendous _______.

4. Why does Wallace believe he did poorly in the male best legs contest?

5. What does Wallace feel he has to do on the cruise ship to stay happy?

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