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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. In a tongue-in-cheek reference to his employment by the "Rolling Stone," how does Thompson refer to his position as a political writer?
(a) "Bob Dylan with a pen."
(b) "Like Hendrix without the guitar."
(c) "The Keith Richards of journalism."
(d) "Rock-n-roll emissary."

4. What is particularly noteworthy of Thompson's writing style, in regards to the tales of his and his colleagues more indulgent behavior?
(a) Meticulous editing.
(b) Omission of details.
(c) Honesty.
(d) Disdain for drug addiction.

5. In the author's estimation, how is the public beginning to view Nixon?
(a) As a folk-hero.
(b) As a snake.
(c) As a war-mongerer.
(d) As an honest gentleman.

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

7. After "November," what form does Thompson's writing take for the rest of the book?
(a) Conversational monologues.
(b) Bullet points.
(c) Outlines.
(d) Scrawled notes.

8. In "November Continued," what is the reputation of the journalists Thompson travels with?
(a) They are responsible writers.
(b) They are angry speech writers.
(c) They are vitriolic gossip hounds.
(d) They are talentless hacks.

9. According to the subheading of "November," where is Thompson stoned?
(a) A Press conference.
(b) A Hotel.
(c) The Zoo Plane.
(d) A football game.

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

11. In what way did the passengers on Thompson's plane assure their own entry?
(a) They would claim a certain seat.
(b) They would bring a drug to be shared.
(c) They would get drunk before the flight.
(d) They would arm-wrestle for a seat.

12. How did the passengers of Thompson's plane react to others trying to join them on their flight?
(a) The journalists refuse entry to everyone else.
(b) The journalists only allow other politicians on board if McGovern joins them.
(c) The journalists force the newcomers to get high before getting on the plane.
(d) The journalists welcome everyone on board.

13. In "November Continued," who is barred from flying with Thompson and the others on their plane?
(a) The political staff.
(b) The journalists.
(c) The stewardesses.
(d) The politician's families.

14. 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.

15. What plane does Thompson decide better fits his personality in "November Continued?"
(a) Air Force Three.
(b) Kingsport One.
(c) Zoo Plane.
(d) Dakota Queen II.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Thompson balance his frantic writing with the long periods of boredom in "November?"

2. What does Thompson combine with whiskey in "November?"

3. What are some of the activities that take place on the wilder plane during the campaign?

4. During "August," from his memory of a previous campaign, what is Thompson primarily concerned about?

5. What does the author believe occurs within Nixon's organization that helps to account for Nixon's success?

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