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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Fill in the blanks: According to Thompson, American politics have changed from being based on "charisma" to "_______ and ________."
(a) Ink and blood.
(b) Smoke and mirrors.
(c) Perception and reality.
(d) Truth and lies.

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

3. What is the date of election day in this book?
(a) November 6.
(b) November 4.
(c) November 5.
(d) November 7.

4. On the day of the election, where is the first place the personnel and press are taken?
(a) Voting location.
(b) Church.
(c) A rally.
(d) Breakfast.

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

6. After Thompson's encounter with Mankiewicz, how does the author's friend recommend they defuse the situation?
(a) Mankiewicz should have a drink with Thompson.
(b) Mankiewicz should apologize.
(c) Thompson should probably leave.
(d) Thompson should apologize.

7. In "November," what begins to plague the author?
(a) Tingling in his limbs.
(b) Headaches.
(c) Irregular heartbeats.
(d) Seizures.

8. What is the name of the airplane which carries the reserve personnel during the campaign of 1972?
(a) Dakota Queen II.
(b) Air Force Three.
(c) Zoo Plane.
(d) Kingsport One.

9. At the writing of this book, what do Americans realize about politics?
(a) Politicians cannot readily pull troops in and out of a country.
(b) They are deceptive.
(c) American votes do force change.
(d) Politicians are not really in charge.

10. How does Thompson describe the unity sought by the journalists who indulged in some of the more raucous behaviors?
(a) "Rock-n-roll lifestyle compressed to a typewriter."
(b) "A pathetic attempt to unify us as one."
(c) "Rock-n-roll journey politick."
(d) "Gonzo journalism."

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

12. Why must Thompson strictly adhere to the schedule set forth by the Rolling Stone?
(a) His contractual agreements.
(b) He owes the editors of Rolling Stone many favors.
(c) He has a book coming out from their press.
(d) He will be blacklisted if he does not.

13. For people who are uneasy with Thompson's style of political writing, what sort of writers does he suggest they follow to stay up-to-date with politics?
(a) Sober writers.
(b) Gonzo journalists.
(c) Educated writers.
(d) Speech writers.

14. What level of recognition is finally granted to Thompson during "September?"
(a) He is given an award for his campaign coverage.
(b) He is allowed to travel with the politicians themselves.
(c) He is finally made a member of the Presidential Press Corps.
(d) He is given an interview with McGovern.

15. Why did Nixon employ Ziegler?
(a) Nixon antagonized the press too much.
(b) Nixon needed a more liberal counterpart.
(c) Nixon is a terrible public speaker.
(d) Nixon needed a man with military experience.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In "August," what does Thompson remember from a previous campaign?

3. In "November Continued," what is the reputation of the journalists Thompson travels with?

4. In Thompson's account of the airplane arrangements, how do several people view being forced onto the Dakota Queen II?

5. What does Thompson explain as being the result of an intense situation in regards to the reserve personnel during a campaign?

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