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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, April.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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) Macon.
(d) Atlanta.

3. Why is Rosey Grier not allowed to deal with Rubin's harassment on the train?
(a) Rubin was protected by another journalist.
(b) The other passengers threw him off the train.
(c) It would not look good for him to rough up the journalists.
(d) It created sympathetic press for Muskie.

4. In "April," which position does Thompson initially apply for?
(a) McGovern's campaign director.
(b) The military.
(c) The White House Press Corps.
(d) A speech writer for Nixon.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. With which party in Florida does Rubin claim to be registered?

2. In what city was Bobby Kennedy assassinated?

3. How is Thompson affected when a politician he politically respects suffers through a difficult event?

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

5. When Thompson hears a specific sound during the May primary, which group does he claim this sound would particularly distress?

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