1. The first paragraph of a news article should answer the questions who, what, where and when. List the who, what, where and when of this news item. (NOTE: The remainder of a news article provides details on the why and/or how.)

2. a) What is CTE?
b) How is it diagnosed?

3. Who diagnosed Jordan Parsons’ CTE?

4. Define the following as used in the article:

• posthumously (para. 1)
• progressive (para. 5)
• degenerative (para. 5)
• concussion (para. 5)
• postmortem (para. 12)
• chronic (para. 19)

5. What conclusion did Dr. Omalu make about the dangers of CTE?

6. Why does Dr. Omalu say that it is impossible for Jordan Parsons’ CTE to have been caused by the hit-and-run accident?

7. Consider the following:

• Many wrestlers have said they experienced repeated head blows while training and performing for the ECW and WWE
• The WWE has cited positive results in a concussion management program it established in 2008 to complement its talent wellness protocols and better protect its performers.
• Rechner’s mother Suzanne Rechner said, “I hope these results help other wrestlers learn about the health problems they are going to have in the future. She added, “WWE, just like the NFL, should take care of their people.”
• Knighton’s father, Sonny Knighton, described him as a victim of his chosen career. “My message to anyone who is interested in going into professional wrestling is to stay away from it,’’ Sonny Knighton said. “Unless you’re one of the top performers, no good comes of it.”

a) Would this information and warnings make you less likely to pursue these sports as a professional athlete? Explain your answer.
b) Do you think football and/or hockey are different than MMA as far as posing potential dangers to a person’s health? Explain your answer.
c) Ask a parent the same questions.