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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Fuck Machine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Life in a Texas Whorehouse," what is Bukowski's original destination upon leaving Los Angeles?
(a) Houston.
(b) New York.
(c) New Orleans.
(d) St. Louis.

2. What is the name of the bar where Von Brashlitz sets up his sex machine for the men?
(a) Sunset Beach.
(b) Tony's.
(c) Last Call.
(d) Charlie's.

3. For how long does Bukowski leave town in "The Most Beautiful Woman in Town?"
(a) Six months.
(b) One year.
(c) Three months.
(d) Eighteen months.

4. What is the religion of Bukowski's coworkers in "Kid Stardust on the Porterhouse?"
(a) Buddhist.
(b) Hindu.
(c) Catholic.
(d) Muslim.

5. In Bukowski's absence, how did Cass attempt suicide?
(a) She tried to hang herself.
(b) She tried to cut her wrists.
(c) She tried to self-immolate.
(d) She tried to slice her throat.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many sisters does Cass have?

2. What news does Bukowski receive at the end of "The Most Beautiful Woman in Town?"

3. Why do Bukowski's coworkers find him hard to work with in "Kid Stardust on the Porterhouse?"

4. What does Bukowski ultimately do with the stories he has clipped from the newspapers about his search for Gloria Westhaven?

5. What part of her body does Cass pierce with a hat pin in front of Bukowski?

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