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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 195-215.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In school, Chinaski often had difficulty with ___________.
(a) Words.
(b) Physical education.
(c) Math.
(d) Science.

2. What is the first thing that the man whom Chinaski tries to help drops?
(a) His glasses.
(b) His gloves.
(c) His wallet.
(d) His hat.

3. In "About the PEN Conference," the author states that a writer without his typewriter is just a _________.
(a) Madman.
(b) Professor.
(c) Artist.
(d) Man.

4. Chinaski describes the food in Paris as being which of the following?
(a) Over spiced.
(b) Delicious.
(c) Under spiced.
(d) Tasteless.

5. Where is the man located in "The Man in the Brown Suit"?
(a) A bank.
(b) A diner.
(c) An office.
(d) A grocery store.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Starting Fast," where does Chinaski sleep?

2. What is the name of the chemistry teacher who molested Chinaski's friend?

3. In "Gay Paree" what does Chinaski describe?

4. When the thief in the boarding house tries to rob Chinaski, how does he get back at him?

5. In "Invasion," what kind of animal does Chinaski see in his doorway?

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