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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 298-313.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of Chinaski's other friend in "Song'?
(a) Harris.
(b) Henry.
(c) Harry.
(d) Herk.

2. Why does Chinaski write his poems in longhand?
(a) He doesn't have to remember his shorthand.
(b) He likes his handwriting.
(c) He feels nervous about his words.
(d) He won't wake his wife.

3. Where does the woman in "A Good Time" want to be taken?
(a) Las Vegas.
(b) New York.
(c) Miami.
(d) Los Angeles.

4. In "About the PEN Conference," the author states that a writer without his typewriter is just a _________.
(a) Madman.
(b) Artist.
(c) Man.
(d) Professor.

5. In "Marching Through Georgia," which of the following does Chinaski use to describe the world?
(a) Cold.
(b) Hot.
(c) Peaceful.
(d) Hate-filled.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is Chinaski in "Not Listed"?

2. Chinaski believes the best companion is _____________.

3. In "The Crazy Truth," Chinaski recalled seeing a pedestrian verbally abuse a man in what color car?

4. What happens to Chinaski in "Everybody Talks Too Much"?

5. Where does the editor in "The Beautiful Lady Editor" help the poor?

(see the answer key)

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