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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Thompson describe the unity sought by the journalists who indulged in some of the more raucous behaviors?
(a) "Gonzo journalism."
(b) "Rock-n-roll journey politick."
(c) "A pathetic attempt to unify us as one."
(d) "Rock-n-roll lifestyle compressed to a typewriter."

2. During the campaign Thomas reminisces about in "August," what did the police use to control the crowd?
(a) Guns.
(b) Noxious gasses.
(c) Riot shields.
(d) Nightsticks.

3. According to those who disapprove of professional speech writers, what is revealed when politicians use these writers?
(a) A lack of direct thought.
(b) The inability of people to think for themselves.
(c) The artifice of politics.
(d) False promises.

4. Who is the author of the poem at the end of "November Concluded?"
(a) Langston Hughes.
(b) William S. Burroughs.
(c) Allen Ginsberg.
(d) Robinson Jeffers.

5. How does Thompson describe politicians who decide to become self-aware about the theatricality of their work?
(a) "Honest artwork."
(b) "High comedy."
(c) "Overtly meta."
(d) "Experimental theater."

6. What two people does Thompson compare to the Yin/Yang?
(a) Wallace and Muskie.
(b) Mankiewicz and Ziegler.
(c) Kennedy and McCarthy.
(d) Nixon and McGovern.

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

8. How did the passengers of Thompson's plane react to others trying to join them on their flight?
(a) The journalists force the newcomers to get high before getting on the plane.
(b) The journalists welcome everyone on board.
(c) The journalists only allow other politicians on board if McGovern joins them.
(d) The journalists refuse entry to everyone else.

9. What did Eagleton refuse to disclose to the public and to his own party?
(a) His police records.
(b) His marriage license.
(c) Mental health records.
(d) His military records.

10. On the louder of the two planes in "November Continued," what does Thompson say is present?
(a) Pornography.
(b) Illegal drugs.
(c) Adultery.
(d) Alcohol.

11. In "September," what does Thompson name as being the real problem behind the shrinking middle class?
(a) Welfare.
(b) Sexism and racism in the workplace.
(c) Unfair wages.
(d) Public policy.

12. What revelation does Thompson make to the readers about his intoxication on the airplane?
(a) The liquor on the plane is superior to his own.
(b) The other journalists are similarly high.
(c) The atmospheric change sobers him up.
(d) The other journalists are only pretending to be stoned.

13. In Miami in 1972, how do the sit-ins and protests compare to Thompson's experiences on other campaign trails?
(a) They are extremely mild.
(b) They are completely effective.
(c) They are poorly organized.
(d) They are much wilder.

14. In Thompson's own words, what does he initially admit to believing about Mankiewicz?
(a) Mankiewicz is a coward.
(b) Mankiewicz is a pansy.
(c) Mankiewicz is a gentleman.
(d) Mankiewicz is justified in his actions against the author.

15. What does the author believe occurs within Nixon's organization that helps to account for Nixon's success?
(a) "Shady moves worthy of the Mafia."
(b) "Manipulative, snakey motions."
(c) "Nazi-moves."
(d) "Monstrous decisions."

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Thompson, what unprecedented occurrence happens in October of 1972?

2. In the author's estimation, how is the public beginning to view Nixon?

3. How does Thompson feel about Nixon's circle of people?

4. Why is McGovern not able to recover from Eagleton's omissions and lies?

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

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