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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pp. 236-255.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Gay Paree" what does Chinaski describe?
(a) Bars.
(b) Hotels.
(c) Cafes.
(d) Bookstores.

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

3. Where is the hotel room in "A Good Time"?
(a) Miami.
(b) Las Vegas.
(c) Los Angeles.
(d) New York.

4. In which of the following poems does Chinaski not focus on the hidden horrors of life?
(a) "The Boil."
(b) "The Blade."
(c) "The Lady in the Castle."
(d) "Not Listed."

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Chinaski's work is most likely a rebuttal to authors like ______________.

2. How many cats does Chinaski claim to own?

3. What happens to all good poetry at the end of "Me and My Buddy"?

4. What is the name of one of Chinaski's friends in "Practice"?

5. Chinaski argues that his friend from "Stride" would feel crestfallen to see what which of the following does to a man?

(see the answer key)

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