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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Parts 1-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Henry is almost attacked by the German shepherd in Chapter 1, where is the German shepherd trying to bite him?
(a) His leg.
(b) His arm.
(c) His thigh.
(d) His jugular.

2. Why is the route Henry draws after Prell Station one of the toughest routes?
(a) It is full of dogs.
(b) It is full of apartment houses.
(c) It is all uphill.
(d) It is full of crabby old men.

3. How long does Henry work for Prell Station?
(a) Two days.
(b) Two and half weeks.
(c) A week and a half.
(d) One week.

4. Who does Henry file a report against?
(a) The super at West Avon station.
(b) Betty.
(c) The Stone.
(d) The drunk who convinced him to get the job.

5. What is the next station Henry goes to as mentioned in Chapter 1, parts 1-11?
(a) West Avon Station.
(b) The west garage.
(c) The Stone.
(d) Oakford Station

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is "The Stone"?

2. What is the first station Henry is assigned to?

3. What kind of sack does Henry Chinaski find himself wearing in the beginning of Chapter 1?

4. What is the relationship like between Henry and The Stone?

5. How does Henry defend himself against a German shepherd one day on his route?

(see the answer key)

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