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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. According to the author, which readers does he expect will understand his decision to defuse the situation with Mankiewicz?
(a) Peaceful protestors.
(b) Military.
(c) People who have a background in fighting.
(d) Writers.

2. When Thompson refers to "the American Dream," what class does he posit has the most at stake in believing in that ideal?
(a) The upper class.
(b) The middle class.
(c) The lower class.
(d) The illegal immigrants.

3. In his memory of a previous campaign, what does Thompson realize about the police officers?
(a) They did not wish to hurt anyone.
(b) They were unhelpful during the demonstration.
(c) Some helped people while others hurt people.
(d) They were deceived about danger they were facing.

4. During the flight in "November," to whom is Thompson referring when he discusses "rebellion amongst the docile"?
(a) The journalists.
(b) The constituents.
(c) The speech writers.
(d) The politicians.

5. What campaign is Thompson covering in "Fear and Loathing: On the Campaign Trail '72?"
(a) McGovern's campaign.
(b) Wallace's campaign.
(c) Nixon's campaign.
(d) Muskie's campaign.

Short Answer Questions

1. While traveling on airplanes, what does the author break?

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

3. In Miami in 1972, how do the sit-ins and protests compare to Thompson's experiences on other campaign trails?

4. Besides alcohol, what drug does Thompson readily admit to using regularly?

5. Why did Nixon employ Ziegler?

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