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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, November Continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. During the campaign Thomas reminisces about in "August," what did the police use to control the crowd?
(a) Nightsticks.
(b) Riot shields.
(c) Guns.
(d) Noxious gasses.

3. What is Thompson unable to explain about his preferred candidate in "October?"
(a) McGovern's lack of public speaking skills.
(b) McGovern's inability to make a firm decision.
(c) McGovern's shady past.
(d) McGovern's lack of success in the polls.

4. How did the passengers of Thompson's plane react to others trying to join them on their flight?
(a) The journalists only allow other politicians on board if McGovern joins them.
(b) The journalists refuse entry to everyone else.
(c) The journalists force the newcomers to get high before getting on the plane.
(d) The journalists welcome everyone on board.

5. Throughout "March," which politician does Thompson particularly focus on?
(a) Ted Kennedy.
(b) John Lindsay.
(c) Edmund Muskie.
(d) George Wallace.

Short Answer Questions

1. In a tongue-in-cheek reference to his employment by the "Rolling Stone," how does Thompson refer to his position as a political writer?

2. Who does Rubin claim will march down to the Convention Center in July?

3. How does Thompson describe politicians who decide to become self-aware about the theatricality of their work?

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

5. During the May primary, how does Thompson describe a politician hearing a particular sound?

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