Answer each question (some questions may have more than one part) with a minimum of 2-3 paragraphs. NO COVER PAGE NEEDED.

1. A number of professional public relations groups have very well-defined codes of ethics. What are these codes seeking to accomplish? What are some of the common characteristics of them?

2. What does it mean to be accredited in the public relations profession? What steps must one take to become accredited? Would you aspire to become accredited if you worked in PR? Why or why not?

3. If a PR organization is responsible for setting up or sponsoring an open house or a promotional event (a common occurrence and duty in many PR jobs and organizations), what are some of the legal aspects that need to be considered?

4. Describe in general terms the purposes of, activities of, and role of the following organizations: PRSA, IABC, and IPRA. What do each of these acronyms stand for?