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Communications in Somalia encompasses the communications services and capacity of Somalia. Telecommunications, internet, radio, print, television and postal services in the nation are largely concentrated in the private sector. Several of the telecom firms have begun expanding their activities abroad. The Federal government operates two official radio and television networks, which exist alongside a number of private and foreign stations. Print media in the country is also progressively giving way to news radio stations and online portals, as internet connectivity and access increases. Additionally, the national postal service is slated to be officially relaunched in 2013 after a long absence. In 2012, a National Communications Act was also approved by Cabinet members, which lays the foundation for the establishment of a National Communications regulator in the broadcasting and telecommunications sectors.

After the start of the civil war, various new telecommunications companies began to spring up in the country and competed to provide missing infrastructure. Somalia now offers some of the most technologically advanced and competitively priced telecommunications and internet services in the world. Funded by Somali entrepreneurs and backed by expertise from China, Korea and Europe, these nascent telecommunications firms offer affordable mobile phone and internet services that are not available in many other parts of the continent. Customers can conduct money transfers (such as through the popular Dahabshiil) and other banking activities via mobile phones, as well as easily gain wireless Internet access.
1. How many official radio and tv networks does the federal government operate?

Numbered answers:
1. The Federal government operates two official radio and television networks, two radio stations

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CHAPTER 6

Can piety the discord heal, Or stanch the death-feud's enmity? --Scott

It must not be supposed that such a history of Guy's mind was expressed by himself, or understood by Mrs. Edmonstone; but she saw enough to guess at his character, perceive the sort of guidance he needed, and be doubly interested in him. Much did she wish he could have such a friend as her brother would have been, and hope that nothing would prevent a friendship with her nephew.

The present question about the horse was, she thought, unfortunate, since, though Guy had exercised great self-denial, it was no wonder Philip was annoyed. Mr. Edmonstone's vexation was soon over. As soon as she had persuaded him that there had been no offence, he strove to say with a good grace, that it was very proper, and told Guy he would be a thorough book-worm and tremendous scholar, which Guy took as an excellent joke.

Philip had made up his mind to be forbearing, and to say no more about it. Laura thought this a pity, as they could thus never come to an understanding; but when she hinted it, he wore such a dignified air of not being offended, that she was much ashamed of having tried to direct one so much better able to judge. On his side Guy had no idea the trouble he had caused; so, after bestowing his thanks in a gay, off-hand way, which Philip thought the worst feature of the case, he did his best to bring Hecuba back into his mind, drive the hunters out of it, and appease the much-aggrieved William of Deloraine.
1. Who had no idea the trouble he'd created?
2. Who wanted to end the conversation?
3. Who wanted to be forbearing?
4. Who was doubly interested in Guy?
5. What animal was the unfortunate question concerning?
6. Who was frustrated?

Numbered answers:
1. Guy
2. unknown
3. Philip
4. Mrs. Edmonstone
5. the horse
6. Mr. Edmonstone

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CHAPTER XII

FAIR AND FOUL FIGHTING

As Dick went down, Tom and Sam uttered cries of chagrin and horror. The eldest Rover had been struck on the chin, and the blood was flowing from a deep scratch.

"Get up! Get up, Dick!" cried Tom. "Don't say you are beaten!"

"Yes, yes; get up and go at him!" added Sam.

The urging was unnecessary, as Dick was already scrambling up. Dan Baxter made a dash at him, intending to strike him while he was down, but a fierce look from Tom stopped him.

"You'll fight fair, Baxter," were Tom's words.

"Yes, he'll fight fair," repeated Dick, throwing back his head as if to collect himself. "Fellow-students, Dan Baxter is not fit to be a pupil at this academy."

"Why not?" came in a chorus.

"He is not fighting me fairly."

"What do you mean?" blustered Mumps.

"Don't find fault because he knocked you down," added another of the bully's cronies.

"I say he is not fighting fair," repeated Dick stoutly. "He has something in each hand."

At this unexpected announcement Dan Baxter started back and changed color. Then of a sudden he placed both hands into his trouser pockets.

"He is putting the things out of sight!" cried Tom, who saw through the bully's intentions.

"Come, Baxter, show us what you had."

"I didn't have anything," growled the bully. "If you say I had I'll punch your head off. This is only a ruse to, let Dick gain time to get his wind."
1. Who was fighting?
2. Who was winning?
3. Was it said to be a fair fight?
4. Who said that?
5. Why?
6. Did anyone else see this?
7. Who?
8. What did Tom see Dan doing?
9. Where were his hands?
10. Did Baxter admit to having anything?
11. What was his response when it was suggested that he did?
12. Why did he say he was being accused?
13. Had he knocked Dick down?
14. Was Dick able to get back up?
15. Why was the fight stopped?
16. Was Dan known as a good guy?
17. What was he known as?
18. Did Dick think Dan should be allowed to continue at the academy?
19. Did anyone else witness the fight?
20. Who?
Numbered answers:
1. Dick Rover and Dan Baxter
2. Dan Baxter
3. no
4. Dick
5. He thinks Dick has something in each hand
6. Yes
7. Tom
8. He saw Dan putting his hands out of sight
9. in his trouser pockets
10. no
11. he growled and said he didn't.
12. He said it was ruse to let Dick gain time to get his wind
13. yes
14. yes
15. Tom gave Dan a fierce look
16. no
17. a bully
18. no
19. yes
20. Tom, Sam and Dan's cronies.