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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Beirut: City of Versions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Friedman work for after graduating from Oxford?
(a) The Washington Post.
(b) United Press International.
(c) New York Times.
(d) Des Moines Register.

2. Why do many of the local Beirutis think that Friedman is privy to information?
(a) Because he lives in a hotel.
(b) Because he is an American.
(c) Because he has a computer.
(d) Because he is a news correspondent.

3. Why does Friedman think Beirut is less important politically than psychologically as a news story?
(a) Because many people have moved out of Beirut.
(b) Because there are so many killings in Beirut.
(c) Because no one wants to live in Beirut.
(d) Because people never know when or where they might die.

4. Who is Amnon Shahak?
(a) Friedman's maid.
(b) Another foreign correspondent.
(c) Friedman's driver.
(d) Friedman's friend.

5. What happens at the Summerland Hotel during the fighting?
(a) The hotel becomes a haven for the homeless.
(b) The hotel becomes a meeting place for journalists.
(c) The hotel begins to cater to wealthy locals.
(d) The hotel closes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Friedman learn to be a journalist?

2. What is the name of Friedman's wife?

3. Over time, who does Friedman learn to want to talk to for his information?

4. In June, 1982, what major event does Friedman cover while living in Beirut?

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

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