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

2. Despite, or perhaps, because of Thompson's own preferences, what in his writing identifies him as a trustworthy source of information and editorials?
(a) Morality.
(b) Respect for everyone.
(c) Clean living.
(d) Objectivity.

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 frequent hangovers.
(b) His snarky attitude.
(c) His obsessively frantic writing.
(d) His unbiased observations.

4. How is Thompson affected when a politician he politically respects suffers through a difficult event?
(a) He is concerned of the effects it will have on the campaign.
(b) He can barely speak of it without tears.
(c) He is angry.
(d) He laughs about it.

5. In what city was Bobby Kennedy assassinated?
(a) Dallas.
(b) Washington, D.C.
(c) New York City.
(d) Los Angeles.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What campaign is Thompson covering in "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72?"

3. Who does the younger generation tend to vote like?

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

5. How do politicians tend to view journalists, according to Thompson?

(see the answer key)

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