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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Lovely Love Affair.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the police, what must Vicki do at the end of "3 Chickens?"
(a) Divorce Bukowski.
(b) Press charges against Margi for assault.
(c) Increase her monthly protection payments.
(d) Leave the city forever.

2. With what activity is Vicki obsessed in regards to Bukowski in "3 Chickens?"
(a) Sleeping.
(b) Eating.
(c) Masturbation.
(d) Exercising.

3. Why does Charlie leave Marie's apartment after sleeping with her?
(a) He no longer has any interest in her.
(b) He realizes she is too good for him.
(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.

4. In what mood is Bukowski at the end of "The Day We Talked About James Thurber?"
(a) Depressed.
(b) Angry.
(c) Pensive.
(d) Happy.

5. What business does Marie in "A Lovely Love Affair" run?
(a) A French coffee house.
(b) A Spanish bookstore.
(c) A German deli.
(d) A New Orlean's cafe.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the first morning Charlie stays with Marie, what does she leave behind?

2. Why does Bukowski punch Andre's male admirer in the face?

3. In "3 Chickens," who is Margi?

4. What causes Bukowski to vomit in "The Day We Talked About James Thurber?"

5. What is significant about the way Bukowski intends to prepare the titular "3 Chickens?"

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