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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Thompson chronicle "November Concluded?"
(a) A timeline of events.
(b) An outline for a new book.
(c) An index for the rest of the book.
(d) The form of an interview with himself and Ed.

2. What does the author believe occurs within Nixon's organization that helps to account for Nixon's success?
(a) "Nazi-moves."
(b) "Monstrous decisions."
(c) "Shady moves worthy of the Mafia."
(d) "Manipulative, snakey motions."

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

4. Who is Ron Ziegler?
(a) Nixon's speech writer.
(b) Nixon's vice-president.
(c) Nixon's secretary of state.
(d) Nixon's personal PR representative.

5. In "September," who does Thompson believe would have supported McGovern?
(a) Sitting Bull.
(b) Abraham Lincoln.
(c) Amelia Earhart.
(d) Thomas Jefferson.

6. Who does Thompson discuss as the reason for his own disillusionment in "November Continued"?
(a) McGovern.
(b) Nixon.
(c) Mankiewicz.
(d) Wallace.

7. In Miami in 1972, how do the sit-ins and protests compare to Thompson's experiences on other campaign trails?
(a) They are much wilder.
(b) They are completely effective.
(c) They are poorly organized.
(d) They are extremely mild.

8. In the author's discussion of the ethos of American politics, what is perception?
(a) The way a person appears to be.
(b) The way a person will emulate another.
(c) The way a person tries to behave.
(d) The way a person actually is.

9. What is the tone of "October?"
(a) Fearful.
(b) Excited and nervous.
(c) Gloomy.
(d) Optimistic.

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

11. Fill in the blanks: Regarding the combination of alcohol and marijuana, one of the female reporters describes taking the drugs as the adult version of ______ and _______.
(a) Caffeine and sugar.
(b) Milk and cookies.
(c) Cigarettes and coffee.
(d) Soda and chips.

12. While traveling on airplanes, what does the author break?
(a) Typewriters.
(b) The passenger rules.
(c) Seats.
(d) Glasses.

13. As a result of what happened between Mankiewicz and Thompson in "August," what do Thompson and his friend suspect Mankiewicz will do in the near-future?
(a) Mankiewicz will likely apologize.
(b) Mankiewicz will pretend nothing ever happened.
(c) Mankiewicz will owe Thompson a favor in return for not reporting him.
(d) Mankiewicz will return to assault Thompson again.

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

15. 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) Speech writers.
(c) Gonzo journalists.
(d) Educated writers.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "November," what begins to plague the author?

2. During "September," what does Thompson predict will happen in the election?

3. What happens between Mankiewicz and Thompson in "August?"

4. Why is Thompson in his present mood in "October?"

5. How does Thompson describe the unity sought by the journalists who indulged in some of the more raucous behaviors?

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