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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Three Branches of Government: Money, Television and Bullshit, pp. 85-108.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What platform did O'Rourke say the Republicans ran on in 1988?
(a) The Sweet-Little-Sister platform.
(b) The Strict-Mom platform.
(c) The Dumb-Old-Dad platform.
(d) The Over-Protective-Brother platform.

2. Who did O'Rourke blame for the poor state of the nation?
(a) The Middle East.
(b) The media.
(c) The politicians.
(d) The American people.

3. For what state was Dukakis governor in 1988?
(a) Virginia.
(b) Vermont.
(c) Maryland.
(d) Massachusetts.

4. On what day was a government study released on "runaway car syndrome"?
(a) March 7.
(b) June 2.
(c) May 22.
(d) April 16.

5. How did O'Rourke describe Reagan's social programs?
(a) Heartless.
(b) Genius.
(c) Luke warm.
(d) Sympathetic.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what newspaper did an article about "runaway car syndrome" appear?

2. What brand of beer does O'Rourke mention when saying that "runaway car syndrome" is the result of drinking while driving?

3. Who equated a belief in government to the "vapid" peace of mind experienced by church goers?

4. What was the name of the prophet who warned against a king that would take a 10th of his people's sheep?

5. Who does O'Rourke say is the only Democrat who came to the convention with real ideas?

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