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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. When O'Rourke paints a cynical picture of the concept of "majority rule," who does he say that all people will be married to?
(a) Brad Pitt.
(b) Bruce Willis.
(c) Robert Redford.
(d) Mel Gibson.

2. What political party did Lloyd Bentsen belong to?
(a) Democratic.
(b) Libertarian.
(c) Green.
(d) Republican.

3. During the convention, O'Rourke says both Democrats and Republicans act like mindless fans of what?
(a) The Beatles.
(b) Rock music.
(c) Science fiction.
(d) Sports.

4. Where was the Republican convention held that O'Rourke attended?
(a) New Orleans.
(b) Washington, D.C.
(c) Chicago.
(d) Seattle.

5. What is the name of the group of journalists who ask questions and take photos at the White House?
(a) White House Press Club.
(b) White House Press Corps.
(c) White House Press Association.
(d) White House Press Group.

Short Answer Questions

1. When all the delegates from both political parties get together, O'Rourke says they act like what club members?

2. What year was it when O'Rourke attended the Democratic and Republican political conventions?

3. O'Rourke says that the 1988 presidential candidates were less well chosen than whom?

4. What amendment is in question as to whether or not it allows flag burning in protest?

5. How does O'Rourke describe a day when Congress is not even in session?

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