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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 51-72.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Rift," who gets mad at Chinaski?
(a) His brother.
(b) His roommate.
(c) His father.
(d) The woman he lives with.

2. Which of the following is the setting for "Red Mercedes" and a frequent setting in Bukowski's work?
(a) Casino.
(b) Race track.
(c) Chinaski's father's house.
(d) Hotel.

3. Who is most fond of motivational cliches?
(a) Chinaski's mentor.
(b) Chinaski.
(c) Chinaski's father.
(d) Chinaski's mother.

4. Saroyan insists that in order for him to write he needs to ______________.
(a) Drive.
(b) Gamble.
(c) Hike.
(d) Draw.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When Chinaski writes, who or what accompanies him?

3. In "Darkness," what does Chinaski lament?

4. Where does the woman in "A Good Time" want to be taken?

5. Where is Chinaski in "Sunny Side Down"?

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