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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Allen Ginsberg and William Burroughs.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year was William S. Burroughs born?
(a) 1925.
(b) 1929.
(c) 1914.
(d) 1919.

2. What is Allen Ginsberg's most famous work?
(a) "America."
(b) "Howl."
(c) "Kaddish."
(d) "Song."

3. Who is the character Japhy Ryder is based on in "The Dharma Bums"?
(a) Jack Duluoz.
(b) Cody Pomeray.
(c) Dean Moriarty.
(d) Gary Sneider.

4. What is the name of the evil force that is everywhere in "Howl"?
(a) Moloch.
(b) Malachai.
(c) Dostai.
(d) Michael.

5. Where was Jack Kerouac born?
(a) New York, NY.
(b) San Jose, CA.
(c) San Francisco, CA.
(d) Lowell, MA.

Short Answer Questions

1. William S. Burroughs' family made a fortune from producing ____________.

2. What is the name of the girl Kerouac describes meeting in "The Subterraneans"?

3. What event is one of the central focuses of "America"?

4. When did Allen Ginsberg begin attending Columbia University?

5. Who is Jack Kerouac known as in On the Road?

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