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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, June.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What reason is Thompson given that attempts to diminish the importance of his employer?
(a) His employer never served in Vietnam.
(b) His editor is a known communist.
(c) His magazine is the lowest-ranked in the country.
(d) He works for a music magazine.

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 is too cynical for them.
(b) He is proud of being able to work every day.
(c) He cannot grovel for affection.
(d) He does not enjoy wearing nicer clothes.

3. In what measurement of time is this book organized?
(a) Weeks.
(b) Months.
(c) Days.
(d) Years.

4. In Miami, who forces the Senator to keep his speech and interviews short?
(a) Peter Sheridan.
(b) Hunter S. Thompson.
(c) George McGovern.
(d) Frank Mankiwiecz.

5. What does Thompson openly acknowledge about his work in "February & March?"
(a) His own biases.
(b) His demograph is not exactly widespread.
(c) His lack of skill.
(d) His lack of insight.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "May," what complaint do Thompson and other journalists have on the campaign trail?

3. According to Thompson, in "January," who beat Johnson in New Hampshire?

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

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

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