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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From "January, February, into March," what is the core conflict between Thompson and the politicians?
(a) Kent State.
(b) Class issues.
(c) Legalization of marijuana.
(d) Vietnam War.

2. What is significant about the residents of the retirement home the candidates visit in "May?"
(a) They are wealthy.
(b) They are of all different ethnicities.
(c) They are all women.
(d) They are all connected to powerful families in Washington, D.C.

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

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

5. Which demographic does the Democratic party worry about reaching if they do not have a Kennedy?
(a) Hispanic.
(b) Asian.
(c) Irish.
(d) African Americans.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom does Thompson compare the journalists at the end of "June?"

2. Why does Thompson appear to feel relieved and more justified in his habits during "June?"

3. What does Thompson posit as being the source of his toenail anxiety?

4. Why is it necessary for the politicians have so many meet-and-greets to shake hands with many different workers?

5. When covering political stories, how does Thompson generally feel around large groups of unconnected people who cannot mix well?

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