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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 175-194.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Glenn Miller," Chinaski recalls what kind of shop?
(a) Soda shop.
(b) Book shop.
(c) Sports shop.
(d) Bicycle shop.

2. In "Gay Paree" what does Chinaski describe?
(a) Bars.
(b) Cafes.
(c) Bookstores.
(d) Hotels.

3. In "My First Affair With That Older Woman," how much older than Chinaski is the woman?
(a) Fifteen years.
(b) Five years.
(c) Ten years.
(d) Twenty years.

4. What does Bukowski seem to defend through his poetry?
(a) Lack of ambition.
(b) Education.
(c) Slefishness.
(d) Listlessness.

5. Where is Chinaski in "Not Listed"?
(a) Diner.
(b) Cafe.
(c) Track.
(d) Gym.

Short Answer Questions

1. In which poem does Bukowski relate his famous origin story?

2. In school, Chinaski often had difficulty with ___________.

3. When the thief in the boarding house tries to rob Chinaski, how does he get back at him?

4. What kind of women does "Poor Al" date?

5. Chinaski believes the best companion is _____________.

(see the answer key)

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