I had been sent to Mexico to cover a murder, one of a remarkable kind.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker was assigned to report on a murder in Mexico that was unusual in nature.
- In plain terms
- He was sent to Mexico to report on a strange murder.
- What can you take from it?
- Journalists often investigate unique or remarkable crimes.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a murder remarkable?
Another view
The quote is too brief to convey deeper meaning.
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