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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 236-255.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chinaski believes that the hopes and joys of life are inevitably lost due to _________.
(a) Age.
(b) Insanity.
(c) Health.
(d) Money.

2. In "Concrete," who invites Chinaski to his house?
(a) A poet.
(b) A hairstylist.
(c) A teacher.
(d) A painter.

3. What animal does Chinaski watch with a friend in "Concrete"?
(a) Eagles.
(b) Sparrows.
(c) Fish.
(d) Cats.

4. How many cats does Chinaski claim to own?
(a) Eight.
(b) One.
(c) Five.
(d) Twelve.

5. Which of the following has happened to Chinaski in "Longshot"?
(a) He is fighting.
(b) He is cleaning.
(c) He is losing a lot of blood.
(d) He is working.

Short Answer Questions

1. All the crazy poets Chinaski used to work with now have what kinds of jobs?

2. In "Hard Times," how many familiar men does Chinaski run into?

3. In "Invasion," what kind of animal does Chinaski see in his doorway?

4. In "My Friend, The Parking Lot Attendant," where does the attendant work?

5. According to Chinaski, where are all of his defenders?

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