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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, February & March.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one of the reasons Thompson is so famous?
(a) Thompson marries into a famous family.
(b) He has a rebellious image, though everyone tolerates him.
(c) Thompson wins the Pulitzer.
(d) Thompson single-handedly calls out an entire governmental branch on their corruption.

2. According to his anecdotes in "January, February, into March," why is Thompson never be able to fit in with the upper classes?
(a) He does not enjoy wearing nicer clothes.
(b) He is too cynical for them.
(c) He cannot grovel for affection.
(d) He is proud of being able to work every day.

3. 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 frequent hangovers.
(c) His obsessively frantic writing.
(d) His snarky attitude.

4. What reason does Thompson posit that makes the campaign he is covering particularly difficult for all participants?
(a) The assassinations of the Kennedys.
(b) McGovern's pro-choice stand.
(c) McGovern's support of legalizing marijuana.
(d) Vietnam.

5. 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.

Short Answer Questions

1. Although Kennedy would not be likely to win the state of Georgia, what key city could he almost definitely win?

2. Fill in the blank: Journalists can only view ______ as being either worthy of respect or derision.

3. According to Thompson's anecdote, in "February & March," where does McCarthy go to gain favor with the working class?

4. For whom does Thompson harbor a strange affection?

5. Besides alcohol, what drug does Thompson readily admit to using regularly?

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