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What kind of reports did Paul Mason write as a teenager?
Weather reports
School reports
Crime reports
Sports reports
Which fictional character fascinated Paul Mason as a child?
James Bond
Hercule Poirot
Miss Marple
Detective Sherlock Holmes
What is the title of one of Paul Mason's favorite books?
The Hound of the Baskervilles
The Mystery of the Blue Train
The Cat Who Knew Too Much
The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
According to the author, what skill do writers and detectives share?
Telling jokes
Knowing lots about crime
Cooking delicious meals
Paying attention to detail
What does the author hope his book will inspire?
A desire to travel the world
A career in detection and crime-fighting
A career in writing and reading
A love of writing
What should readers look for as they read the book?
Stories about real criminals
Riddles
Stories about real detectives
Funny jokes
What kind of tips should readers try to remember?
Detective tips
Cooking tips
Top tips
Fashion tips
What do the "Try it" sections help you develop?
Athletic skills
Artistic skills
Computer skills
Real detective skills
Where can you find the meaning of tricky words?
Index
Glossary
Introduction
Contents
What page are survellience skills on?
14
6
100
10
What do the police need?
More criminals
New detectives
Bigger cars
Faster computers
What skill is NOT vital for being a good detective
Knowing how to break open a lock
Knowing how to work well with others
Good listening skills
Good eye for detail
What is something a detective might have the thrill of doing?
Breaking up a gang of armed robbers
Eating a delicious meal
Throwing a spanner at a tractor
Playing soccer with Ronaldo
What does a detective strive to do?
Make sure criminals don't get away with their crimes
Earn a lot of money
Become famous
Be the highest ranking police officer on the force
What does the book say successful applicants will have?
The ability to fly a plane
The ability to work as part of a team
The ability to speak many languages
The ability to use a magnifying glass
What is the first step to becoming a real-life detective?
Traveling overseas
Joining the police
Learning to drive
Going to college
