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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, November Continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During the May primary, how does Thompson describe a politician hearing a particular sound?
(a) A fox getting caught in a trap.
(b) A werewolf killing one's guard dog.
(c) A vulture picking at carrion.
(d) A cat being cornered by a dog.

2. In his memory of a previous campaign, what does Thompson realize about the police officers?
(a) They were deceived about danger they were facing.
(b) Some helped people while others hurt people.
(c) They did not wish to hurt anyone.
(d) They were unhelpful during the demonstration.

3. Why is Rosey Grier not allowed to deal with Rubin's harassment on the train?
(a) It would not look good for him to rough up the journalists.
(b) It created sympathetic press for Muskie.
(c) Rubin was protected by another journalist.
(d) The other passengers threw him off the train.

4. What are some of the activities that take place on the wilder plane during the campaign?
(a) Smoking during take off.
(b) Intoxication.
(c) Sex in the aisles.
(d) Fighting over seating arrangements.

5. After Thompson's encounter with Mankiewicz, how does the author's friend recommend they defuse the situation?
(a) Thompson should apologize.
(b) Mankiewicz should have a drink with Thompson.
(c) Mankiewicz should apologize.
(d) Thompson should probably leave.

Short Answer Questions

1. What strikes Thompson the most about Mankiewicz's recent, violent tendencies?

2. In Miami, who forces the Senator to keep his speech and interviews short?

3. As a result of what happened between Mankiewicz and Thompson in "August," what do Thompson and his friend suspect Mankiewicz will do in the near-future?

4. What catches Thompson's attention at the primary in early May?

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

(see the answer key)

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