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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. In "April," which position does Thompson initially apply for?
(a) The military.
(b) A speech writer for Nixon.
(c) The White House Press Corps.
(d) McGovern's campaign director.

2. During "August," from his memory of a previous campaign, what is Thompson primarily concerned about?
(a) Washing the gas from his eyes.
(b) Hanging on to his bag of marijuana.
(c) Recording every badge number of every police officer who used unnecessary force.
(d) Helping a young hippie get some first aid.

3. In Thompson's account of the airplane arrangements, how do several people view being forced onto the Dakota Queen II?
(a) Disappointment.
(b) Relief.
(c) Angry.
(d) Snobbishness.

4. Who does Rubin claim will march down to the Convention Center in July?
(a) Ten thousand naked hippies.
(b) Every hippie celebrity in the country.
(c) One hundred Yippie activists.
(d) Timothy Leary.

5. What does Thompson explain as being the result of an intense situation in regards to the reserve personnel during a campaign?
(a) The people grow touchier.
(b) The people act out.
(c) The people begin to rebel against their tight schedule.
(d) The people isolate themselves.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens between Mankiewicz and Thompson in "August?"

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

3. What plane does Thompson decide better fits his personality in "November Continued?"

4. What are some of the activities that take place on the wilder plane during the campaign?

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

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