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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Henry's father criticize Henry for not doing?
(a) Enlisting in the army.
(b) Marrying a decent woman.
(c) Not making use of his literary talents.
(d) Finishing college.

3. What is the name of Laura's street?
(a) Formby St.
(b) Alvarado St.
(c) Regents St.
(d) Bond St.

4. What is the name of Willie's opera?
(a) The Emperor of San Francisco.
(b) The Rajah of LA.
(c) The King of New York.
(d) The Queen of America.

5. Who does Henry claim not to like?
(a) People.
(b) Women.
(c) Communists.
(d) Children.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Chinaski not shave before the job interview?

2. What transport does Henry take to his parents' house?

3. Who does Henry give his hotel ticket to?

4. Where does Henry go with Tim?

5. What kind of hat does Willie wear while driving his car?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does a relationship develop between Henry and Gertrude?

2. What does Henry do while his parents are away?

3. What does Henry do in El Paso?

4. What is Henry's first job in New York?

5. Summarize the second section.

6. Describe Henry's job in the ladies dress shop.

7. How does Willie's death affect the girls?

8. How does Willie die in the fifth section?

9. Describe Henry Chinaski's character.

10. How does Henry anger his parents in the second section?

(see the answer keys)

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