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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 "January, February, into March," what is the reason Thompson makes several people angry with him?
(a) He refuses to remove his hat.
(b) He punches Mankiewicz.
(c) He gets very drunk in front of the President.
(d) He is caught with hashish.

2. What does Thompson suggest would have helped McGovern push ahead in the polls during September 1972?
(a) A stronger stance on drug policies.
(b) No speechwriters.
(c) A better speechwriter.
(d) A one-on-one interview with Thompson.

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

4. After learning the mechanics of the campaign trail, how does Thompson find his travels?
(a) Calming.
(b) Exhilerating.
(c) Tiresome.
(d) Pleasently routine.

5. When Thompson reaches his destination in "January, February, into March," how do his disrespectful peers treat him?
(a) They look down on him.
(b) They are happy to see him.
(c) They all clamor for his autograph.
(d) They embarrass him.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Thompson prefer to do his work?

2. What does Thompson openly acknowledge about his work in "February & March?"

3. What two people does Thompson compare to the Yin/Yang?

4. In "September," what does Thompson name as being the real problem behind the shrinking middle class?

5. Who does Thompson quote when he says, "Richard Nixon represents the dark side of the American spirit?"

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