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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 256-276.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Drive Through Hell," where does Chinaski see the soul of the world?
(a) On the freeway.
(b) Near a park.
(c) At a school.
(d) In a diner.

2. In "Shoes," what does the young man think of the shoes?
(a) He thinks they would look good on him.
(b) He thinks they are sexy.
(c) He thinks they are ridiculous.
(d) He has no feelings about them.

3. When Chinaski writes, who or what accompanies him?
(a) His cats.
(b) His dogs.
(c) His brother.
(d) His radio.

4. In "Hard Times," Chinaski sees the men who ___________.
(a) Raked his leaves.
(b) Ran errands for him.
(c) Fixed his car.
(d) Painted his house.

5. Chinaski concludes that he owes his life to whom?
(a) Americans.
(b) Asians.
(c) Europeans.
(d) Australians.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is Emily Bukowski?

3. In "Song," what does Chinaski's friend sing a song about?

4. To whom/what does Emily Bukowski tend?

5. What is Chinaski's emotion in "I'll Take It..."?

(see the answer key)

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