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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, April.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Thompson hears a specific sound during the May primary, which group does he claim this sound would particularly distress?
(a) Politicians.
(b) Middle America.
(c) Hippies.
(d) American troops.

2. Despite, or perhaps, because of Thompson's own preferences, what in his writing identifies him as a trustworthy source of information and editorials?
(a) Objectivity.
(b) Morality.
(c) Clean living.
(d) Respect for everyone.

3. Besides alcohol, what drug does Thompson readily admit to using regularly?
(a) Heroin.
(b) Marijuana.
(c) Peyote.
(d) Ether.

4. For what is Jerry Rubin known?
(a) As a Yippie activist.
(b) For furthering the knowledge of drugs with Timothy Leary.
(c) For Communism.
(d) For attempting to levitate the Pentagon.

5. According to Thompson, who was most notably not a target when Bobby Kennedy was assassinated?
(a) George Wallace.
(b) Rosey Grier.
(c) George Meany.
(d) Lyndon Johnson.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the May primary, how does Thompson describe a politician hearing a particular sound?

2. According to Thompson's anecdote, in "February & March," where does McCarthy go to gain favor with the working class?

3. Which Kennedy does the Democratic party consider nominating?

4. In what state does Thompson frequently find himself during social settings involving politicians and journalists?

5. From "January, February, into March," what is the core conflict between Thompson and the politicians?

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