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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II, Chapters 7-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mailer's primary complaint about the performance space?
(a) There is no ventilation.
(b) The sound system is bad.
(c) The seats are uncomfortable.
(d) There are no curtains on the stage.

2. What does Mailer drink during the party of Chapter 4?
(a) Bourbon.
(b) Tequila.
(c) Vodka.
(d) Scotch.

3. What reason does the judge give for giving Mailer a stiffer sentence in Chapter 9?
(a) He was late to court.
(b) He is a consistent violator of the law.
(c) He is older and more influential.
(d) He has been uncooperative throughout.

4. What does Mailer state in Chapter 5 is the best course of action if you cannot please a liberal hostess?
(a) Wrong her completely.
(b) Slip out inconspiculously.
(c) Apologize profusely.
(d) Get her a gift basket.

5. What is the highest estimate given in Chapter 5 for the number of marchers who may attend?
(a) 50,000.
(b) 80,000.
(c) 200,000.
(d) 500,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many draft cards are turned in at Justice in Chapter 4?

2. Who is waiting her Mailer when he arrives at booking in Occoquan at the end of Chapter 5?

3. According to Mailer in Chapter 3, how did Robert Lowell avoid fighting in World War II?

4. In Chapter 10, about how many protesters does Mailer say were arrested in Washington DC?

5. At which hotel is Mailer staying?

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