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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chinaski's work is most likely a rebuttal to authors like ______________.
(a) Stephenie Meyer.
(b) Mark Twain.
(c) Anne Rice.
(d) F. Scott Fitzgerald.

2. In "Darkness," what does Chinaski lament?
(a) The fulfillment of ambitions.
(b) The lie of the American dream.
(c) Selfishness.
(d) American education.

3. What is Chinaski's justification for indolence and excess?
(a) His childhood.
(b) His love life.
(c) His existence.
(d) His privilege.

4. In "Termites of the Page," whom does Bukowski lambast?
(a) Middle class workers.
(b) Celebrities.
(c) Poets.
(d) Athletes.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Bukowski seem to defend through his poetry?

3. In "Rift," who gets mad at Chinaski?

4. What significant event in history does Chinaski consider in "Sunny Side Down"?

5. In "Working It Out," who is Gregory Peck portraying on television?

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