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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through At Home in the Parliament of Whores.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In a disclaimer to the section, "Defense Policy: Cry 'Havoc!' and Let Slip the Hogs of Peace," O'Rourke says he now feels that what war may prove profitable?
(a) The Gulf War.
(b) The Civil War.
(c) The Vietnam War.
(d) The Cold War.

2. What year is the District of Columbia Housing Act from?
(a) 1985.
(b) 1968.
(c) 1989.
(d) 1990.

3. O'Rourke argues that pollution is a byproduct of what?
(a) Greed.
(b) Progress.
(c) Laziness.
(d) Ignorance.

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

5. Soldiers told about fighting in Panama in what magazine?
(a) "Army Today."
(b) "Soldiers."
(c) "Military Monthly."
(d) "Army of One."

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the name of the foundation that set up a commission to study the electorate?

2. O'Rourke says the hysteria over drugs in the middle class could be the product of what?

3. How many poor people does O'Rourke say ask him for money on his way to work every day?

4. O'Rourke recalls shadowing whom for a day?

5. What are the speeches called that O'Rourke heard when he visited the House of Representatives?

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