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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 133-154.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Cornered," where does Chinaski often sit?
(a) Bookstores.
(b) Park benches.
(c) Empty bars.
(d) Busy restaurants.

2. According to Chinaski in "Drive Through Hell," the adjective which describes all of humanity is ________.
(a) Depressed.
(b) Excited.
(c) Angry.
(d) Happy.

3. In which poem does Chinaski struggle with writer's block?
(a) "Zero."
(b) "Putrefaction."
(c) "Supposedly Famous."
(d) "I'll Take It."

4. In "Starting Fast," what does Chinaski ruminate on?
(a) His family.
(b) His job.
(c) His past.
(d) His age.

5. In "Friends within the Darkness," Chinaski listens to __________.
(a) Classical music.
(b) Country music.
(c) Rap music.
(d) Rock music.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Chinaski's friend in "The Chemistry of Things"?

2. In "Working It Out," who is Gregory Peck portraying on television?

3. In "My First Affair With That Older Woman," how much older than Chinaski is the woman?

4. Where is the man located in "The Man in the Brown Suit"?

5. In "Darkness," what does Chinaski lament?

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