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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, May.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which Kennedy does the Democratic party consider nominating?
(a) Ted Kennedy.
(b) Bobby Kennedy.
(c) Patrick Kennedy.
(d) Joseph Kennedy.

2. In what city was Bobby Kennedy assassinated?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) Washington, D.C.
(c) New York City.
(d) Dallas.

3. What is one of the reasons Thompson is so famous?
(a) Thompson single-handedly calls out an entire governmental branch on their corruption.
(b) Thompson wins the Pulitzer.
(c) Thompson marries into a famous family.
(d) He has a rebellious image, though everyone tolerates him.

4. In the beginning of "May," at which primary is Thompson present?
(a) South Carolina.
(b) California.
(c) Nebraska.
(d) Wyoming.

5. Why is Rosey Grier not allowed to deal with Rubin's harassment on the train?
(a) It would not look good for him to rough up the journalists.
(b) Rubin was protected by another journalist.
(c) The other passengers threw him off the train.
(d) It created sympathetic press for Muskie.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it necessary for the politicians have so many meet-and-greets to shake hands with many different workers?

2. Throughout "March," which politician does Thompson particularly focus on?

3. According to Thompson's anecdote, in "February & March," where does McCarthy go to gain favor with the working class?

4. How do politicians tend to view journalists, according to Thompson?

5. What reason does Thompson posit that makes the campaign he is covering particularly difficult for all participants?

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