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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 94-112.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which poem does Chinaski struggle with writer's block?
(a) "I'll Take It."
(b) "Putrefaction."
(c) "Supposedly Famous."
(d) "Zero."

2. Where is the hotel room in "A Good Time"?
(a) Miami.
(b) Las Vegas.
(c) New York.
(d) Los Angeles.

3. When Chinaski writes, who or what accompanies him?
(a) His brother.
(b) His radio.
(c) His cats.
(d) His dogs.

4. Who is the subject of the poem "Retired"?
(a) Chinaski's father.
(b) Chinaski's mother.
(c) Chinaski's brother.
(d) A homeless man.

5. Which of the following is a theme not reflected by these poems?
(a) Regret.
(b) Solitude.
(c) Acceptance.
(d) Joy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom does Chinaski pity in "Supposedly Famous"?

2. In "Termites of the Page," whom does Bukowski lambast?

3. In "Putrefaction," back to which decade does Chinaski think the country is regressing?

4. In "Supposedly Famous," Chinaski takes stock of __________.

5. What is the name of the chemistry teacher who molested Chinaski's friend?

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