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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "All the Pussy We Want," for what reasons does Harry claim gold is thrown up above ground?
(a) Artillery shells.
(b) Land mines.
(c) Archeology.
(d) Construction.

2. What does Bukowski claim to be doing with Tito and Baby to the police officer?
(a) Listening to the radio.
(b) Reading a book.
(c) Painting a picture.
(d) Playing chess.

3. According to the prostitute, what is the true occupation of Jaime Bravo (supposedly the identity of her brother)?
(a) Matador.
(b) Singer.
(c) Dance.
(d) Lawyer.

4. According to Bukowski, he is twenty-nine years old in "My Big-Assed Mother," but looks what age?
(a) 35.
(b) 20.
(c) 50.
(d) 40.

5. Why does Charlie leave Marie's apartment after sleeping with her?
(a) He realizes she is too good for him.
(b) He no longer has any interest in her.
(c) He knows that she has a boyfriend and does not want to destroy their relationship.
(d) He is afraid that she is going to have him arrested for rape.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old is the prostitute who joins the three men in "The White Beard?"

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

3. How does the U.S. government try to keep the American public from growing angry about the accidental contamination in "Politics is like Trying to Screw a Cat in the Ass?"

4. At what address are the surgeries on the president of the United States performed in "Swastika?"

5. While Lincoln tortures Vasquez, how does Andrew spend his time?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Bukowski mean when he disagrees with Herb's assessment that the schoolchildren who were killed in the explosion never got laid?

2. What does Charlie leave Marie?

3. What is significant about the condition of the stolen corpse in "The Copulating Mermaid of Venice, California" and how do Tony and Bill react to it?

4. What is significant about the prostitute's brother in "Trouble with a Battery?"

5. Describe Herb and Talbot's relationship.

6. Why does Madge first take Bukowski to Hollywood Park?

7. What is significant about the U.S.S. Pueblo?

8. Why does Bukowski refuse to acquaint himself with Gramercy Edwards in "A Drinking Partner?"

9. Why does Marie take in Charlie in "A Lovely Love Affair?"

10. Who is Ginny?

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