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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, July.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Thompson appear to feel relieved and more justified in his habits during "June?"
(a) Mankiewicz shares a joint with Thompson.
(b) Many members of the press have been experimenting with drugs as well.
(c) Timothy Leary comes to speak to the journalists.
(d) McGovern acknowledges his own drug use.

2. In "June," what is significant about drug use among the journalists?
(a) It is becoming more open.
(b) It is non-existent.
(c) It is blatant and frequent.
(d) It is highly secretive.

3. Whom does Thompson describe as being less of a hand-shaker and more of an actor with his constituents?
(a) George McGovern.
(b) Edmund Muskie.
(c) George Wallace.
(d) Ted Kennedy.

4. For whom does Thompson harbor a strange affection?
(a) Muskie.
(b) Wallace.
(c) McCarthy.
(d) Nixon.

5. Why does Thompson believe the journalists are turning to drugs?
(a) They are not coping well with cabin fever.
(b) They want to experiment while away from their loved ones.
(c) They are trying to get a better grasp on the younger generation.
(d) They want to emulate Thompson.

Short Answer Questions

1. What journalistic term does Thompson use to describe Wallace's speeches in "July?"

2. In Thompson's estimation, in "Dark Interlude," what is the real problem with political conflicts?

3. In "July," in the ballroom, what reaction do the constituents have towards George Wallace?

4. In "January," whose vote is discussed alongside the generational voting habits?

5. What is particularly colorful about the letter exchange in "July?"

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