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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, November Continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Thompson, what unprecedented occurrence happens in October of 1972?
(a) The Republicans and Democrats began to work together.
(b) The hippies began to support Nixon.
(c) The Democrats turned their back on McGovern.
(d) Nixon became incredibly popular with the public.

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

3. What is particularly colorful about the letter exchange in "July?"
(a) Thompson manages to call his correspondant by several filthy names.
(b) Thompson reveals the sordid parties that happen with the journalists.
(c) Thompson includes a few tabs of acid with the letters.
(d) Thompson reveals some secrets about Eagleton.

4. Why does the author posit that politicians dismiss a certain type of vote in "January"?
(a) Their votes do not actually count.
(b) The vote will be as divided as the previous generation's vote.
(c) The members of that group usually vote for the least likely candidate.
(d) Very few members of that group will actually vote.

5. At times during slow periods on the campaign trail, what do journalists find themselves resenting?
(a) The lack of interviews with the candidates.
(b) The presence of Mankiewicz.
(c) The censorship.
(d) The amount of work they can do.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Nixon employ Ziegler?

2. How does Thompson describe the Washington D.C. journalists in "January?"

3. During "September," what does Thompson predict will happen in the election?

4. How did the passengers of Thompson's plane react to others trying to join them on their flight?

5. What does the author believe Americans want and need?

(see the answer key)

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