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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Politics is like Trying to Screw a Cat in the Ass.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While publishing the story about Bukowski's search for Gloria Westhaven, what is the mode of transportation changed to for purposes of classing up the story?
(a) Boat.
(b) Airplane.
(c) Car.
(d) Hitchhiking.

2. Under what identity does Von Brashlitz hide Tanya's real function?
(a) She poses as his nurse.
(b) She poses as his assistant.
(c) She poses as his wife.
(d) She poses as his daughter.

3. How does Sarah shrink Henry?
(a) Cursed beer.
(b) Food.
(c) Removing his confidence.
(d) Prayers.

4. What is the subject of the picture Sanchez shows Bukowski?
(a) Fellatio.
(b) Ejaculation.
(c) Cunnilingus.
(d) Copulation.

5. How much money does Bukowski first lose at the track in "25 Bums in Rags?"
(a) Two hundred dollars.
(b) Four hundred dollars.
(c) Three hundred dollars.
(d) Five hundred dollars.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Bill, what animals will probably attack the corpse off of Venice Beach?

2. Why does Kathy throw a book at Bukowski?

3. According to "All the Great Writers," which of the following is not a characteristic of most writers?

4. What is Bukowski's opinion about the people in charge in "Politics is like Trying to Screw a Cat in the Ass?"

5. In what mood is Bukowski at the end of "The Day We Talked About James Thurber?"

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