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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Thompson, what concept really controls the voting and polls in politics?
(a) Perception of the candidate.
(b) The intensity a politician will bring to a speech.
(c) The stance on the Vietnam War.
(d) How well the politicians can speak.

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

3. How does Thompson describe the "yin" of the Yin/Yang?
(a) Optimistic.
(b) Light.
(c) Manipulative.
(d) Helpful.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. During "August," what concerns are raised about Frank Mankiewicz on the campaign trail?

2. How does Thompson allow his readers for the Rolling Stone to follow his journey into the political arena?

3. How does Thompson describe politicians who decide to become self-aware about the theatricality of their work?

4. In "November Continued," who is barred from flying with Thompson and the others on their plane?

5. According to the author, in what ways can deceit be considered relatively harmless?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Ron Ziegler become Nixon's PR man?

2. What does Thompson believe about the middle-class?

3. What does Thompson mean when he says American politics are based on "perception and reality?"

4. Why do Thompson and his friend decide to resolve the Mankiewicz situation by leaving?

5. What are Thompson's opinions on what Americans want from their leaders?

6. What are Thompson's feelings about Nixon's circle of people?

7. Why is Thompson in such a dark mood in "October?"

8. How does Thompson relate the politics of the campaign to the partying of the personnel?

9. In "November Concluded," what stories did Thompson tell about one of the female journalists?

10. In what ways is Thompson introducing new readers to the world of politics?

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