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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Poker, Beirut-Style.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When does the Israeli invasion of Lebanon begin?
(a) 1982.
(b) 1968.
(c) 1975.
(d) 1967.

3. Who is elected president of Lebanon in 1982?
(a) Amin.
(b) Gemayel.
(c) Abu Musa.
(d) Arafat.

4. Where does Arafat grow up?
(a) Hama.
(b) Cairo.
(c) Jerusalem.
(d) Beirut.

5. How long do Friedman and his wife stay in the Middle East?
(a) 8 years.
(b) 15 years.
(c) 10 years.
(d) 5 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the PLO in a strange position?

2. Where is Friedman when the Israelis invade Beirut?

3. What characteristic of Friedman makes him unique among the Beirut correspondents?

4. What happens at the Summerland Hotel during the fighting?

5. Approximately how long does the main fighting occur in Hama?

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