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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II: Chapter 3 & 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Over what do Thompson and the lawyer get into an argument after the lawyer pulls the car over to the side of the road?
(a) Over picking up another hitchhiker.
(b) Nothing.
(c) Over some spilled cocaine.
(d) Over who is going to drive.

2. What is the name of the bar in which Thompson is sitting on the outskirts of Las Vegas, in the beginning of Part 1, Chapter 11?
(a) Mile’s Slots and Beer.
(b) Wild Bill’s Café.
(c) Red Slot Pub.
(d) Las Vegas Drinks.

3. What does Thompson think, in the beginning of Chapter 12, is a real possibility for him?
(a) Being stopped by a police officer.
(b) Not being able to stay in Las Vegas.
(c) Having a physical and mental breakdown.
(d) Having his wife gone when he gets home.

4. Why does the attorney run a red light in Part 1, Chapter 4?
(a) He wants to get to the restaurant before six.
(b) He does not see the light.
(c) He is being chased by a police officer.
(d) He has fallen into a drug coma.

5. What kind of vehicle is provided for the journalists in Part 1, Chapter 5?
(a) A Ford Bronco.
(b) Two motorcycles.
(c) A minivan.
(d) A land cruiser.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Thompson tell his lawyer is the reason his lawyer should not come to the Flamingo?

2. What does Thompson briefly think to do when the hitchhiker talks about the car?

3. What does the hitchhiker do when the attorney pulls the car off the road in Part 1, Chapter 3?

4. What song is playing on the radio when Thompson takes over the car in Part 1, Chapter 4?

5. Why is Thompson worried about his role in the narcotics conference?

(see the answer key)

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