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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With what quote does "Neither-Nor Critcism" conclude?
(a) "I rather fear that the new Neither-Nor critcism is one season behind."
(b) "And yet, nothing can escape being put into question by History; not even good writing."
(c) "Literature has entered a situation which is difficult, restricted, mortal."
(d) "It can even be said it is when man proclaims his primal liberty that his subordination is least disputable."

2. Who does the author compare wrestlers to in the final paragraph of "The World of Wrestling"?
(a) Gods.
(b) Angels.
(c) Demons.
(d) Monsters.

3. What is the second sign in "The Romans in Films"?
(a) Skin color.
(b) Hair.
(c) Sweat.
(d) Clothing.

4. What is the final example in "Plastic" of the material's infringement on nature?
(a) Artificial plants.
(b) Its contamination of food.
(c) It use in child birthing.
(d) Production of plastic aortas.

5. The author claims that according to the magazine article in "Novels and Children," women are what sort of species?
(a) "Homogenous."
(b) "Superior."
(c) "Naive."
(d) "Inspirational."

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT something the author says criticism mustn't be in "Neither-Nor Criticism."

2. What writer does Barthes discuss the work of in "The Nautilus and the Drunken Boat"?

3. What time do the royals wake up to mock the working class in "The 'Blue Blood' Cruise"?

4. "Your ____ will be furious!" How is this quote from "Operation Margarine" finished?

5. What is the main character's lover's name in "The Lady of the Camellias"?

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