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What was the main reason that foreign journalists preferred staying at the Excelsior hotel?
What was the main reason that foreign journalists preferred staying at the Excelsior hotel?
- The availability of valuable information and scandal (correct)
- The inexpensive rates
- The proximity to famous landmarks
- The luxurious accommodations
Why did Desiree keep a glass of white wine with her while sitting in the lounge?
Why did Desiree keep a glass of white wine with her while sitting in the lounge?
- To ensure she could refuse drink offers from men
- To stay hydrated during her stay at the hotel
- To maintain a clear head in social situations (correct)
- To entertain herself while watching the sunset
What was Desiree's strategy when it came to listening to people at the hotel?
What was Desiree's strategy when it came to listening to people at the hotel?
- Getting them drunk before recording their conversations
- Recording conversations without permission for later use
- Asking them direct and probing questions
- Keeping a tape recorder in her handbag ready to switch on (correct)
Why were there always keen listening ears at the Excelsior hotel?
Why were there always keen listening ears at the Excelsior hotel?
What did magazines like the National Diary serve up to readers?
What did magazines like the National Diary serve up to readers?
What did Desiree's boss want her to find out about Nyree Singh and her film star lover?
What did Desiree's boss want her to find out about Nyree Singh and her film star lover?
In which Indian city is the film industry centered according to the text?
In which Indian city is the film industry centered according to the text?
Why did Desiree think it was useful that older men were attracted to her?
Why did Desiree think it was useful that older men were attracted to her?
What was Patel's response when Desiree mentioned Nyree Singh's interest in Indian films and film stars?
What was Patel's response when Desiree mentioned Nyree Singh's interest in Indian films and film stars?
Why did Patel express pleasure that the West was taking an interest in Indian cinema?
Why did Patel express pleasure that the West was taking an interest in Indian cinema?
