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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Although Kennedy would not be likely to win the state of Georgia, what key city could he almost definitely win?
(a) Savannah.
(b) Columbus.
(c) Atlanta.
(d) Macon.

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

3. After learning the mechanics of the campaign trail, how does Thompson find his travels?
(a) Pleasently routine.
(b) Calming.
(c) Tiresome.
(d) Exhilerating.

4. Despite the opinions politicians hold of the press, which of the following is not a trademark of Hunter S. Thompson (illustrating the man's indifference to what the politicians think of him)?
(a) His unbiased observations.
(b) His obsessively frantic writing.
(c) His snarky attitude.
(d) His frequent hangovers.

5. In "May," according to research, which way does Thompson say is the best and probably only way to win the campaign?
(a) Promises to withdraw the troops from Vietnam.
(b) Public appearances.
(c) A polished appearance.
(d) Speeches to rile up the younger crowds.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Thompson reaches his destination in "January, February, into March," how do his disrespectful peers treat him?

2. In "January," whose vote is discussed alongside the generational voting habits?

3. What reason does Thompson posit that makes the campaign he is covering particularly difficult for all participants?

4. According to his anecdotes in "January, February, into March," why is Thompson never be able to fit in with the upper classes?

5. What is unusual about Thompson's description of himself in the Introduction?

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