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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 113-132.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Chinaski say he loves in "Supposedly Famous"?
(a) His wife.
(b) His cats.
(c) His parents.
(d) His critics.

2. In "Drive Through Hell," where does Chinaski see the soul of the world?
(a) At a school.
(b) Near a park.
(c) In a diner.
(d) On the freeway.

3. Chinaski assures the readers that even though he writes less about drinking and prostitutes, what is still intact?
(a) His faith.
(b) His anger.
(c) His depression.
(d) His agony.

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

5. How much does Chinaski owe to the IRS?
(a) 7,000 dollars.
(b) 3,000 dollars.
(c) 10,000 dollars.
(d) 14,000 dollars.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the man located in "The Man in the Brown Suit"?

2. In "Red Mercedes," what does the passenger hand the driver of the car from the glove box?

3. Which of the following adjectives best describes Chinaski of the present in "Zero"?

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

5. According to Chinaski, how long did it take him to become the best drunk in the neighborhood?

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