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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, October.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Thompson refers to "the American Dream," what class does he posit has the most at stake in believing in that ideal?
(a) The middle class.
(b) The illegal immigrants.
(c) The upper class.
(d) The lower class.

2. In what state does Thompson frequently find himself during social settings involving politicians and journalists?
(a) Jet-lagged.
(b) Hungover.
(c) Outcast.
(d) Nervous.

3. In what measurement of time is this book organized?
(a) Years.
(b) Months.
(c) Weeks.
(d) Days.

4. With whom does Thompson compare the journalists at the end of "June?"
(a) The American military.
(b) The Viet Cong.
(c) The Yippies.
(d) Hell's Angels.

5. What does Thompson suggest would have helped McGovern push ahead in the polls during September 1972?
(a) A one-on-one interview with Thompson.
(b) A better speechwriter.
(c) No speechwriters.
(d) A stronger stance on drug policies.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Thompson unable to explain about his preferred candidate in "October?"

2. What does the author believe occurs within Nixon's organization that helps to account for Nixon's success?

3. In "April," which position does Thompson initially apply for?

4. In "August," what does Thompson remember from a previous campaign?

5. What incident (with which he had no involvement) harms Thompson's reputation as a professional?

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