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

2. In "January, February, into March," what is the reason Thompson makes several people angry with him?
(a) He gets very drunk in front of the President.
(b) He punches Mankiewicz.
(c) He is caught with hashish.
(d) He refuses to remove his hat.

3. During "January," what does Thompson say was inappropriate during the previous social setting?
(a) The date of the event.
(b) The socialites who would be present.
(c) His clothing.
(d) Whether to bring a date or not.

4. What campaign is Thompson covering in "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72?"
(a) Wallace's campaign.
(b) Nixon's campaign.
(c) Muskie's campaign.
(d) McGovern's campaign.

5. 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) Macon.
(d) Savannah.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. According to Thompson, what vote do the politicians generally look down upon?

3. Which demographic does the Democratic party worry about reaching if they do not have a Kennedy?

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

5. In what city was Bobby Kennedy assassinated?

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