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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 133-154.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom does Chinaski seem to feel the strongest kinship?
(a) An English poet.
(b) A German composer.
(c) An actor.
(d) F. Scott Fitzgerald.

2. How did Chinaski's friend from "The Stride" die?
(a) In a hunting accident.
(b) In the war.
(c) In a boating accident.
(d) In a car accident.

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

4. Chinaski believes that most poets are which of the following?
(a) Angry.
(b) Selfish.
(c) Privileged.
(d) Innocent.

5. In "Helping the Old," where does Chinaski try to assist an old man?
(a) The theater.
(b) The grocery store.
(c) The bank.
(d) The sidewalk

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Supposedly Famous," Chinaski takes stock of __________.

2. Chinaski believes the best companion is _____________.

3. Where does Chinaski live?

4. What is the occupation of the subject in "That's Why Funerals Are So Sad"?

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

(see the answer key)

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