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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Henry unable to perform sexually in Chapter 87?

2. What gets stuck in Henry's car in Chapter 71?

3. Where is Henry's reading held in Chapter 62?

4. What is the name of Debra's assistant?

5. Who does Henry go home with in Chapter 87?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens on the plane to New York City?

2. What happens during Henry's first encounter with Mercedes in Chapter 69?

3. What is Henry's predicament concerning Thanksgiving, and how does he solve his dilemma?

4. Why does Henry get irritated with Tammie in Chapters 58 and 59?

5. What causes the demise of Henry's relationship with Liza?

6. What is William Burroughs' role in the novel?

7. Describe Henry and Sara's fight in Chapter 92.

8. In what way does Liza perform for Henry in Chapter 85?

9. Describe Henry's interactions with the prostitutes in Chapter 96.

10. Describe the three women that Henry meets in Chapter 87.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Which characters are present in the novel as the protagonist and the antagonist? Why are these characters labeled in this way?

Essay Topic 2

How can "Women" be read as semi-autobiographical of Bukowski?

Essay Topic 3

What is the significance of sex in this novel? What events are driven by sex? How are characters viewed based on their sexual abilities and sexual attractiveness?

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