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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 5-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Carl say he learned about the inverted pyramid in journalism school?
(a) That you begin with the most important fact
(b) That you begin at the beginning of the story
(c) That you keep the most important fact for the end
(d) That you tell the story in chronological order

2. What color is Helen's hair?
(a) Blonde
(b) Pink
(c) Red
(d) Brown

3. What does Carl say is the problem with every story?
(a) You tell it after the fact
(b) There's never enough time to entertain the reader
(c) There are too many stories to tell them all
(d) You can't be sure what's the truth

4. What is the detail the editor asks for in the hypothetical question on Carl's ethics test?
(a) The color of the ornament
(b) The name of the paramedic
(c) The name of the grandmother
(d) The name of the babysitter

5. What color is Carl's tie?
(a) Blue
(b) Brown
(c) Red
(d) He's not wearing one

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the grade Carl receives on his ethics

2. What does Carl believe happened to the Stuarts?

3. What is the basis for the advertisement regarding a class action lawsuit against Meadow Downs Fitness and Racquet Club?

4. When does Carl decide he'll call the police about his role in Duncan's death?

5. When is it that the sound of the baby's crying usually begins?

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