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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 23-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Henry smoke with Carson Gentry?
(a) Cagarettes.
(b) Opium.
(c) Pipe tobacco.
(d) Cigars.

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

3. What is the name of the cafe opposite Chinaski's room?
(a) The Gangplank Cafe.
(b) The Bukowski's Cafe.
(c) The Barfly Cafe.
(d) The Pirate Cafe.

4. What does the metal instrument look like that the two old guys hand Henry?
(a) A pair of scissors.
(b) A potato peeler.
(c) A scalpel.
(d) A can opener.

5. What city does Chinaski arrive in at the beginning of the book?
(a) Chicago.
(b) Los Angeles.
(c) New York.
(d) New Orleans.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is the cellar Henry works in?

2. How does Henry describe Gertrude's nose?

3. What does Henry's father ask from Henry?

4. Why does Henry say he wants a gorgeous wife?

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

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