Role-Play Find any starting place on the map on page 23. Ask your partner directions to three of the following places. Then change roles.

the library
the science building
the bookstore
the tennis courts
the cafeteria
a parking lot
the swimming pool
the student union

Example: A: Excuse me. How do I get to the bookstore?
B: Go straight on Phelan Avenue. Turn right on Cloud Circle. The bookstore is on your right, next to Conian Hall.
A: Thanks!

Read the excerpt from infinite jest 'my application's not bought," i am telling them, calling into the darkness of the red cave that opens out before closed eyes. 'tam not just a boy who plays tennis. i have an intricate history. experiences and feelings. i'm complex. "read,' i say. 'i study and read. i bet i've read everything you've read. don't think i haven't. i consume libraries. i wear out spines and rom-drives. i do things like get in a taxi and say, "the library, and step on it." my instincts concerning syntax and mechanics are better than your own, i can tell, with due respect. the theme suggested by the excerpt is about a. being understood b. the value of education c. wisdom versus foolishness d. learning responsibility