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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 pity in "Supposedly Famous"?
(a) His wife.
(b) His cats
(c) Hs parents.
(d) His brothers and sisters.

2. What is the name of the chemistry teacher who molested Chinaski's friend?
(a) Mr. Harold.
(b) Mr. Heston.
(c) Mr. Harpin.
(d) Mr. Hunn.

3. Who has an ironic death in Bukowski's work?
(a) Chinaski.
(b) The man in the red Mercedes.
(c) Chinaski's uncle.
(d) Chinaski's father.

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

5. In "My Friend, The Parking Lot Attendant," where does the attendant work?
(a) A grocery store.
(b) A race track.
(c) A fancy restaurant.
(d) A dance club.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Chinaski's justification for indolence and excess?

2. According to Chinaski, where are all of his defenders?

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

4. When Chinaski finds out he will have to live alone in "Rift," what does he feel?

5. In "The Master Plan," where does Chinaski survive a harsh winter?

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