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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What transport does Henry take to his parents' house?
(a) A streetcar.
(b) A motorbike.
(c) A tram.
(d) A train.

2. What is the first job Chinaski applies for?
(a) Garbage collector.
(b) Postman.
(c) Janitor.
(d) Delivery driver.

3. What does Henry's father ask from Henry?
(a) Rent money.
(b) Company at the races.
(c) Peace and quiet.
(d) Proof of his identity.

4. Why does Henry decide to quit his job as a driver?
(a) He does not get a raise.
(b) He does not want to work mornings.
(c) The boss hates him.
(d) He gets the oldest vehicle.

5. What do the men on the train receive from the train company?
(a) Tickets for food and a room.
(b) A night in a bar.
(c) Money for food and room.
(d) Music and party food.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Henry's father criticize Henry for not doing?

2. What city does Chinaski arrive in at the beginning of the book?

3. Where does Henry go for a job on Monday?

4. What does Henry cash in to get money?

5. Why does the newspaper sack Henry?

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