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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Betty Crocker in Dante's Inferno.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the chapter on Beirut, when does Friedman's Jewishness affect him?
(a) When he goes out to dinner.
(b) When he applies for an interview with Arafat.
(c) When he applies for travel credentials.
(d) When he looks for a fixer.

2. When Friedman hears about the invasion, where is he?
(a) At the Intercontinental Hotel.
(b) At the police station.
(c) At the Commodore Hotel.
(d) At the Reuters office.

3. What characteristic of Friedman makes him unique among the Beirut correspondents?
(a) He is Jewish.
(b) He speaks only English.
(c) He has red hair.
(d) He is American.

4. According to Friedman, who is the first person who wants U.S. troops in Beirut?
(a) al-Wazzan.
(b) Sharon.
(c) Gemayel.
(d) Arafat.

5. Where does Friedman learn to be a journalist?
(a) In London.
(b) In Beirut.
(c) In journalism school.
(d) In Jerusalem.

Short Answer Questions

1. Friedman wins a Pulitzer Prize for his report on what?

2. What Lebanese political party helps the Israelis during the occupation?

3. What area was partitioned after World War II by the United Nations?

4. Where does the Beirut press congregate?

5. Who stays in Friedman's apartment when he moves to the Commodore Hotel?

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