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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Earlier poems: In Back of the Real.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ginsberg believes that it is important to be which of the following?
(a) Observant.
(b) Hopeful.
(c) Grateful.
(d) Suspicious.

2. Which is the jumping off point for Ginsberg's thoughts?
(a) Moloch.
(b) Kaddish.
(c) Howl.
(d) Wild Orphan.

3. Who is seen by Ginsberg?
(a) Prostitute.
(b) President.
(c) Burglar.
(d) Creator.

4. Ginsberg believes that life is filled with _____________.
(a) Regret.
(b) Despair.
(c) Hope.
(d) Holiness.

5. What year was the poem written?
(a) 1949.
(b) 1953.
(c) 1957.
(d) 1955.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one of the main complaints about the job?

2. For Ginsberg, poetry is __________.

3. Which of the following is not required to persevere?

4. The friend equates what to the item?

5. Ginsberg sees what in humankind?

(see the answer key)

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