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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3 and Section 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When asked to begin writing for Bryan's newspaper, Bukowski began with a review of what?
(a) Papa Hemingway.
(b) Of Mice and Men.
(c) A Rose for Emily.
(d) This Side of Paradise.

2. In the foreword, Bukowski mentions that Bryan's beard is what color?
(a) Black.
(b) Red.
(c) Brown.
(d) Blonde.

3. During the fight in section two, Bukowski wishes that any BUT WHICH of the following would put a stop to it?
(a) Landlady.
(b) Friends.
(c) Police.
(d) God.

4. Which famous holiday newspaper cover did Bryan have a problem with when he was fired?
(a) Ramadan.
(b) Christmas.
(c) New Year.
(d) Rosh Hashanah.

5. The foreword says that while working for the underground newspaper was fun and dangerous, it didn't put margarine on the toast or what else?
(a) Support a family.
(b) Pay the bills.
(c) Provide much of a life.
(d) Feed the cat.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much money does Bukowski lose after the angel loses his wings and is unable to play the final game?

2. While discussing John Bryan, Bukowski mentions that he originally worked for which publication?

3. As section one opens, what friend is Bukowski sitting with?

4. What does the angel in section two say his name is?

5. In section one, what item does the Filipino man guarding Bukowski's door have in his hand?

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