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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. During "August," from his memory of a previous campaign, what is Thompson primarily concerned about?
(a) Helping a young hippie get some first aid.
(b) Hanging on to his bag of marijuana.
(c) Washing the gas from his eyes.
(d) Recording every badge number of every police officer who used unnecessary force.

2. Whom did Bobby Kennedy refer to as "the most decent man in the Senate?"
(a) McGovern
(b) Muskie.
(c) Nixon.
(d) Wallace.

3. In "September," what does Thompson name as being the real problem behind the shrinking middle class?
(a) Unfair wages.
(b) Public policy.
(c) Sexism and racism in the workplace.
(d) Welfare.

4. In what state does Thompson frequently find himself during social settings involving politicians and journalists?
(a) Outcast.
(b) Jet-lagged.
(c) Nervous.
(d) Hungover.

5. In Miami, who forces the Senator to keep his speech and interviews short?
(a) Frank Mankiwiecz.
(b) Peter Sheridan.
(c) Hunter S. Thompson.
(d) George McGovern.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the subheading of "November," where is Thompson stoned?

2. What does Thompson posit as being the source of his toenail anxiety?

3. After learning the mechanics of the campaign trail, how does Thompson find his travels?

4. Despite medical issues, what is Thompson's main concern during November?

5. What is the tone of "October?"

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