He had been hand-picked by John Sculley to take over Steve Jobs' position as head of the Macintosh group.
Can we say the following?
John Sculley was an executive of the Macintosh group.

yes

In a move reminiscent for some of another actor, Ronald Reagan, who was twice elected governor of California, Schwarzenegger said he would be putting his movie career on hold so he can devote his time to running for governor.
Can we say the following?
Schwarzenegger was elected governor of California.

no

Mitsubishi Motors Corp.'s new vehicle sales in the US fell 46 percent in June
Can we say the following?
Mitsubishi sales rose 46 percent

no

FMLN guerrilla units ambushed the 1st company of military detachment no. 2 Jr. Battalion at la Pena Canton, Villa Victoria Jurisdiction.
Can we say the following?
FMLN guerrilla units attacked a commercial company.
no