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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "June," what is significant about drug use among the journalists?
(a) It is blatant and frequent.
(b) It is non-existent.
(c) It is highly secretive.
(d) It is becoming more open.

2. When covering political stories, how does Thompson generally feel around large groups of unconnected people who cannot mix well?
(a) Happy.
(b) At ease.
(c) Claustrophobic.
(d) Awkward.

3. Which Kennedy does the Democratic party consider nominating?
(a) Bobby Kennedy.
(b) Patrick Kennedy.
(c) Joseph Kennedy.
(d) Ted Kennedy.

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

5. At the end of "June," why does Thompson compare the journalists to a particularly notorious group?
(a) Their similar boredom.
(b) Their similar drug use.
(c) Their similar anger.
(d) Their similar self-righteousness.

Short Answer Questions

1. Fill in the blank: Journalists can only view ______ as being either worthy of respect or derision.

2. What is one of the reasons Thompson is so famous?

3. In "April," which position does Thompson initially apply for?

4. Why does Thompson believe the journalists are turning to drugs?

5. In "January, February, into March," what is the reason Thompson makes several people angry with him?

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