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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 256-276.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chinaski describes the food in Paris as being which of the following?
(a) Under spiced.
(b) Tasteless.
(c) Over spiced.
(d) Delicious.

2. How did Chinaski's friend from "The Stride" die?
(a) In the war.
(b) In a hunting accident.
(c) In a boating accident.
(d) In a car accident.

3. Chinaski believes the best companion is _____________.
(a) Himself.
(b) His pets.
(c) His ex-girlfriend.
(d) His wife.

4. Where does "My Buddy" take place?
(a) New York.
(b) Dallas.
(c) Los Angeles.
(d) New Orleans.

5. During which event does "It's Funny, Isn't It? #1" take place?
(a) A concert.
(b) A wedding.
(c) A school dance.
(d) A birthday party.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the name of the second girl in "Those Girls We Followed Home"?

3. How many cats does Chinaski claim to own?

4. In "Marching Through Georgia," which of the following does Chinaski use to describe the world?

5. What happens to all good poetry at the end of "Me and My Buddy"?

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