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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, July.

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) Morality.
(b) Clean living.
(c) Respect for everyone.
(d) Objectivity.

2. According to Thompson, in "January," who beat Johnson in New Hampshire?
(a) The Nixon voters.
(b) The McCarthy voters.
(c) The Wallace voters.
(d) The Muskie voters.

3. According to Thompson, in "Dark Interludes," what does McGovern do that shows his prowess as a politician?
(a) He pardons Eagleton's lies.
(b) He uses Eagleton's medical history against him.
(c) He quickly drops Eagleton from the ticket.
(d) He publicly supports Eagleton's continuance in the campaign.

4. Who does the younger generation tend to vote like?
(a) The celebrities.
(b) The current President.
(c) The most exposed candidate.
(d) The previous generation.

5. In "May," what complaint do Thompson and other journalists have on the campaign trail?
(a) Boredom.
(b) Censorship.
(c) Stifling hotel rooms.
(d) Poor travel accomodations.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What reason does Thompson posit that makes the campaign he is covering particularly difficult for all participants?

3. To what does Thompson compare an American campaign trail?

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

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

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