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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Parts 12-17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 1, which route is described as "an average residential neighborhood with nice weather, no dogs, and no human voices for hours"?
(a) Route 539.
(b) Route 511.
(c) Route 545.
(d) Route 600.

2. Who convinces Henry Chinaski that anyone can be hired as a postal clerk during Christmas?
(a) A drunk.
(b) Grandpa Wally.
(c) Himself.
(d) Joyce.

3. What does Prell Station give Henry?
(a) Special assignments.
(b) A steady paycheck.
(c) A discipline report.
(d) A bonus.

4. How does G.G. summon people to give out his special treats?
(a) He gives it out at the door.
(b) A clap.
(c) A whistle.
(d) Special stomping.

5. What kind of sack does Henry Chinaski find himself wearing in the beginning of Chapter 1?
(a) Suede.
(b) Leather.
(c) Cloth.
(d) Nylon.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is intriguing about one of Henry's customers while he works at the Prell Station?

2. What happens to G.G. at the end of Chapter 1?

3. How are Henry's regular clothes described in the Chapter 1?

4. Who gets the special treats that G.G. gives out on his route?

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

(see the answer key)

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