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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Unlike many short-lived 20th-century art movements, what movement has more enthusiasts than ever?
(a) Photo Realism.
(b) Abstract Expressionism.
(c) Post Modernism.
(d) Impressionism.

2. What tribal name do the Vonneguts give themselves?
(a) Aztec-girls.
(b) Pottawatomie.
(c) Epta mayan-boys.
(d) Black Feathers.

3. What does Vonnegut believe about professional artists' opinions on vocal third parties, such as critics, curators, and collectors?
(a) They constantly ask for approval from critics, curators, and collectors.
(b) They are happiest when they do not have to worry about other's opinions.
(c) They like to receive criticism from third parties.
(d) They love to create work for collectors.

4. What does Pollock use to control his hands when he paints?
(a) A painter's machine.
(b) Early sketches.
(c) Ideas from critics.
(d) Intuition.

5. The author pictures his father as what fictional character waiting for a prince to awaken his career?
(a) Cinderella.
(b) Sleeping Beauty.
(c) Porky Pig.
(d) Snow White.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do psychiatrists believe Mark is a misdiagnosed depressive?

2. In Fates Worse Than Death, humorist Kurt Vonnegut examines the blindness of the American people to the hypocrisy of what administration?

3. What is the best reason for why Vonnegut's family keeps his mother's insanity and suicide a secret?

4. Even after many years, what is imprinted in Vonnegut's mind?

5. In what year does the author's father die?

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