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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, October.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Whom does Thompson describe as being less of a hand-shaker and more of an actor with his constituents?
(a) George Wallace.
(b) Edmund Muskie.
(c) George McGovern.
(d) Ted Kennedy.

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

3. 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.

4. To what does Thompson compare an American campaign trail?
(a) A hockey team.
(b) A baseball team.
(c) A chess game.
(d) A football team.

5. Fill in the blank: Journalists can only view ______ as being either worthy of respect or derision.
(a) Politicians.
(b) Campaign managers.
(c) Other journalists.
(d) Police officers.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In the author's estimation, how is the public beginning to view Nixon?

3. For what is Jerry Rubin known?

4. Despite the opinions politicians hold of the press, which of the following is not a trademark of Hunter S. Thompson (illustrating the man's indifference to what the politicians think of him)?

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

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