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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Copulating Mermaid of Venice, California.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Bukowski not have sex with in "3 Women?"
(a) Cass.
(b) Linda.
(c) Jeanie.
(d) Eve.

2. At the beginning of "3 Women," what happens to the tenant upstairs?
(a) He is robbed and murdered.
(b) He gets married.
(c) He is dumped by his girlfriend.
(d) He jumps to his death.

3. According to Bill, what animals will probably attack the corpse off of Venice Beach?
(a) Fish.
(b) Sharks.
(c) Stingrays.
(d) Dolphins.

4. Why are people looking for Jerry Borst in "Twelve Flying Monkeys Who Won't Copulate Properly?"
(a) Borst ripped off the local drug dealer.
(b) Borst is apparently getting ready to throw a huge drug party.
(c) Borst is holding on to a stash of drugs.
(d) Borst owes a lot of people money.

5. What is mandatory in Bukowski's story about the twelve flying monkeys?
(a) Political commentary.
(b) Violence.
(c) A moral.
(d) Sex.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Bukowski and Linda enjoy watching in "3 Women?"

2. Who interrupts Bukowski while he is writing the story of the twelve monkeys?

3. Who supports Borst's lifestyle?

4. Why is Joe unable to commit suicide after his paper folds?

5. What is the name of the hospital in "The Copulating Mermaid of Venice, California?"

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