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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 73-93.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In "Cornered," where does Chinaski often sit?
(a) Empty bars.
(b) Park benches.
(c) Bookstores.
(d) Busy restaurants.

3. According to Chinaski, where are all of his defenders?
(a) Asia.
(b) South America.
(c) North America.
(d) Europe.

4. Where does Chinaski live?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) New York.
(c) Dallas.
(d) San Francisco.

5. Where is Chinaski in "Sunny Side Down"?
(a) A diner.
(b) A park.
(c) A movie theater.
(d) A grocery store.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "Education," what does Chinaski remember?

3. What is the format of the poems in this collection?

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

5. How much does Chinaski owe to the IRS?

(see the answer key)

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