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