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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Death of a Poet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which ad did Thompson discuss at length in "Mescalito"?
(a) S.O.S. Pads.
(b) Hoover Vacuum Cleaners.
(c) Johnson and Johnson Soap.
(d) Singer Sewing Machines.

2. What kind of credit card did Thompson use for payment at the liquor store in "Mescalito"?
(a) American Express.
(b) Mastercard.
(c) Diner's Club.
(d) Visa.

3. What did Thompson write felt "half-frozen" while tripping in "Mescalito"?
(a) His legs.
(b) His hands.
(c) His face.
(d) His toes.

4. What was the woman at the car rental counter doing when Thompson arrived?
(a) Talking on the phone to her mother.
(b) Weeping uncontrollably.
(c) Talking on the phone to her boyfriend.
(d) Laughing uncontrollably.

5. What sporting event had just taken place in "Death of a Poet"?
(a) Wimbledon.
(b) World Series.
(c) Superbowl.
(d) Stanley Cup.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whom did Thompson describe on Face the Nation in "Mescalito"?

2. What did Thompson go to the kitchen to get in "Death of a Poet"?

3. Who had given Thompson the numbers he'd used to place his bets?

4. The woman in the kitchen in "Death of a Poet" was ___________.

5. Which team did Thompson bet on in "Death of a Poet"?

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