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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hank feel about writing?

2. What is Hank Chisanski's occupation?

3. Who flatters then bores Hank with his discussion of Hank's work?

4. Whom does Pinchot remark he admires?

5. Who loses his temper about money in regards to producing Hank's screenplay?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is "Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski" based on?

2. Where does Jon go at the end of Part 4?

3. Describe Jon and Austin's relationship.

4. Describe Hank and Sarah during the public premiere of the film.

5. What inspires Hank to begin writing the screenplay?

6. Why does Hank resent Francine at the party?

7. Describe the film sets, according to Hank and Sarah when they visit.

8. What does Sarah consider after going to Apes Haven?

9. Describe Friedman's lawyer's wife.

10. What is the verbal agreement between Jon and Friedman?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain the importance of the sub-theme of the appearance of importance in "Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski."

Essay Topic 2

Describe and discuss how Friedman is the primary antagonist of "Hollywood: A Novel by Charles Bukowski" and why.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Jon's idea of home to Hank's idea of home.

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