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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What did Xaviera acknowledge about her relationship with Larry?
2. What type of prostitute did Xaviera say she admired?
3. What was installed in Xaviera's apartment with her consent?
4. What business factor did Xaviera speak about in "Chapter 14, The Business of Pleasure" involving owning a brothel?
5. What did Xaviera's relationship with Paul echo?
Short Essay Questions
1. Discuss the types of girls Xaviera says become prostitutes and what type of prostitute she admires in "Chapter 10, The Oldest Profession Updated, or, Behind Open Doors".
2. In "Chapter 11, Different Strokes for Different Folks, or, Wall Street and Me", how does Xaviera describe bankers who had been her clients over her time spent as a prostitute?
3. Discuss Xaviera's involvement with possible deportation in "Chapter 17, Abe the Bugger"?
4. When Xaviera discusses operating a brothel in "Chapter 14, The Business of Pleasure", what types of things does she discuss that involved running the business?
5. What does Xaviera categorize for readers about the prostitution business in "Chapter 11, Different Strokes for Different Folks, or Wall Street and me"?
6. What ethnic groups did Xaviera discuss in "Chapter 11, Different Strokes for Different Folks, or, Wall Street and Me" and what age group made up the favorites among the prostitutes?
7. Who was Abe the Bugger and what did he do to Xaviera, with her permission?
8. What does Xaviera say about her thoughts on prostitution as a career in "Chapter 10, The Oldest Profession Updated, or, Behind Open Doors"?
9. In "Chapter 12, Whipped (S)cream", what customers does Xaviera describe as being "more interesting" than others?
10. In "Chapter 12, Whipped (S)cream", what event does Xaviera discuss that left her badly hurt?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Throughout "The Happy Hooker," Xaviera often labeled certain prostitutes and brothels as low-class. Explain and discuss what Xaviera meant by "low-class" and how she felt she differed from these people and places. Give examples from the book in order to support your answer.
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast Xaviera's career changes throughout "The Happy Hooker," and the reasons for each job she selected. Cite examples from the book in order to justify your answer.
Essay Topic 3
Throughout "The Happy Hooker," the police were often mentioned. What role did police play in Xaviera's life and career? Cite examples from the book in order to support your response.
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