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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is the man located in "The Man in the Brown Suit"?
(a) A grocery store.
(b) An office.
(c) A bank.
(d) A diner.

2. In "Red Mercedes," what does the passenger hand the driver of the car from the glove box?
(a) A knife.
(b) A phone.
(c) A gun.
(d) A folder of documents.

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

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

5. What does Bukowski seem to defend through his poetry?
(a) Slefishness.
(b) Listlessness.
(c) Lack of ambition.
(d) Education.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is most fond of motivational cliches?

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

3. Where is the hotel room in "A Good Time"?

4. What is the name of Chinaski's friend in "The Chemistry of Things"?

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

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