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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 7 and Section 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In section one, what item does the Filipino man guarding Bukowski's door have in his hand?
(a) Shotgun.
(b) Axe.
(c) Hammer.
(d) Knife.

3. When Neal is killed, which friend calls Bukowski to tell him?
(a) Bryan.
(b) Jason.
(c) Jack.
(d) Kerouac.

4. Bukowski says in section eight that if he has any advice for anyone it's to take up what?
(a) Painting.
(b) Writing.
(c) Gambling.
(d) Racing.

5. How many track police attempt to subdue the angry crowd on the track in section eight?
(a) 8.
(b) 20.
(c) 5.
(d) 10.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Bukowski finds himself outside Yankee Stadium in section six, which former Yankee player does he mention as his boyhood hero?

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

3. What is the name of Bukowski's lady love in section seven?

4. When Bukowski kills Bugsy during the final game, how long does he mention that the game is paused?

5. The baseball-playing angel in section two does interviews with all BUT WHICH of the following magazines?

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