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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For whom does Thompson harbor a strange affection?
(a) Nixon.
(b) McCarthy.
(c) Wallace.
(d) Muskie.

2. At the end of "June," why does Thompson compare the journalists to a particularly notorious group?
(a) Their similar boredom.
(b) Their similar anger.
(c) Their similar drug use.
(d) Their similar self-righteousness.

3. Besides the factory, where else do the candidates go to visit and meet with workers?
(a) An automotive shop.
(b) A slaughterhouse.
(c) A hospital.
(d) A library.

4. Despite, or perhaps, because of Thompson's own preferences, what in his writing identifies him as a trustworthy source of information and editorials?
(a) Respect for everyone.
(b) Objectivity.
(c) Clean living.
(d) Morality.

5. Why is Thompson concerned about his toenails?
(a) They are growing too quickly.
(b) They are growing in a different color.
(c) They are flaking away.
(d) They are not growing.

6. What is one of the reasons Thompson is so famous?
(a) He has a rebellious image, though everyone tolerates him.
(b) Thompson marries into a famous family.
(c) Thompson wins the Pulitzer.
(d) Thompson single-handedly calls out an entire governmental branch on their corruption.

7. With which party in Florida does Rubin claim to be registered?
(a) Republican.
(b) Green Party.
(c) Independent.
(d) Democrat.

8. According to Thompson, what vote do the politicians generally look down upon?
(a) Youth.
(b) Elderly women.
(c) Hispanic.
(d) Middle-aged men.

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

10. What does Thompson openly acknowledge about his work in "February & March?"
(a) His lack of insight.
(b) His own biases.
(c) His lack of skill.
(d) His demograph is not exactly widespread.

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

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

13. In "May," according to research, which way does Thompson say is the best and probably only way to win the campaign?
(a) A polished appearance.
(b) Public appearances.
(c) Promises to withdraw the troops from Vietnam.
(d) Speeches to rile up the younger crowds.

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

15. Besides alcohol, what drug does Thompson readily admit to using regularly?
(a) Marijuana.
(b) Heroin.
(c) Peyote.
(d) Ether.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Thompson, in "Dark Interludes," what does McGovern do that shows his prowess as a politician?

2. In what measurement of time is this book organized?

3. How does Thompson prefer to do his work?

4. How do politicians tend to view journalists, according to Thompson?

5. How does Thompson assist a group of people in "January, February, into March" who informed him of their collective hatred for politicians?

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