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Test your knowledge of current industry events with the following quiz

1. The CTIA Wireless 2004 convention takes place this week in Atlanta. The hottest topics of discussion will include:

   a. Industry consolidation rumors

   b. The impact of wireless number portability

   c. Dark horse picks for the NCAA Final Four

2. Memorable moments from this year's show are likely to include:

   a. Hip-hop impresario Russell Simmons' keynote speech

   b. Comedian Dennis Miller's gala performance

   c. The painfully awkward meetings between AT&T Wireless employees and the Cingular Wireless executives who will soon eliminate their jobs

3. This year's CTIA event is the first to be held under the stewardship of the organization's new president and CEO, Steve Largent, whose influence will be felt most profoundly via:

   a. The introduction of new forums, workshops and conferences

   b. The expanded emphasis on regulatory-related discussion

   c. The Punt, Pass and Kick competition scheduled for Tuesday afternoon

4. CTIA Wireless 2004 will also host the second annual World' Smallest Film Festival, which spotlights short films created for viewing over wireless devices. Each movie runs just two minutes, severely limiting subject matter to topics like:

   a. How-to/instructional videos

   b. Musical performances

   c. “Carrot Top's Funniest Moments”

The above quiz offers a combination of news and entertainment, and should not be mistaken for either.