Read each question carefully and then select the best answer.

1		On a new beat, you should not worry about story ideas for a while, but rely on your editor to do this.
			A)	True
			B)	False
2		Most publications develop guidelines dictating how reporters handle obituary information.
			A)	True
			B)	False
3		When covering a fire, be sure to keep your distance from the fire itself.
			A)	True
			B)	False
4		Crime stories are always written in inverted pyramid style.
			A)	True
			B)	False
5		When covering crimes, be sure to include allegations of probable wrongdoing.
			A)	True
			B)	False
6		When writing stories on homicides and assaults, be sure to include the circumstances of the incident, including weapons used, other clues, and suspected motive.
			A)	True
			B)	False
7		It is normally all right for a reporter to discuss cases with jurors while a trial is going on.
			A)	True
			B)	False
8		Felonies are serious crimes, such as murder or rape, and they have more severe punishments than misdemeanors.
			A)	True
			B)	False
9		When covering a meeting, you should start by doing research prior to the meeting.
			A)	True
			B)	False
10		You should always wear a coat and tie or a dress to cover a meeting.
			A)	True
			B)	False
11		All public meetings have some news tidbit to justify coverage.
			A)	True
			B)	False
12		Politicians use press releases, news conferences and speeches to tell you what they want you to hear.
			A)	True
			B)	False
13		When writing an advance for a sporting event or game, you should include strategies that might affect the outcome.
			A)	True
			B)	False
14		When covering a sports beat, be sure to beef up your stories with plenty of statistics.
			A)	True
			B)	False
15		When covering a sports event, be sure to include play-by-play in your story.
			A)	True
			B)	False