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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13, November Continued.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Despite medical issues, what is Thompson's main concern during November?
(a) He needs to vote.
(b) He needs to have a meeting with McGovern.
(c) He needs to finish his work.
(d) He needs to go home.

2. In "January," whose vote is discussed alongside the generational voting habits?
(a) Asian.
(b) Hispanic.
(c) African Americans.
(d) European immigrants.

3. Why does the author posit that politicians dismiss a certain type of vote in "January"?
(a) Their votes do not actually count.
(b) Very few members of that group will actually vote.
(c) The members of that group usually vote for the least likely candidate.
(d) The vote will be as divided as the previous generation's vote.

4. With whom does Thompson compare the journalists at the end of "June?"
(a) The Yippies.
(b) The Viet Cong.
(c) Hell's Angels.
(d) The American military.

5. What is a trademark of Thompson's writing, as evidenced in "June?"
(a) His interviews with the candidates.
(b) His frequent references to celebrities.
(c) His ability to make connections between disparate events.
(d) His factual accounts.

Short Answer Questions

1. During "August," what concerns are raised about Frank Mankiewicz on the campaign trail?

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

3. While traveling on airplanes, what does the author break?

4. Why is Rosey Grier not allowed to deal with Rubin's harassment on the train?

5. What catches Thompson's attention at the primary in early May?

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