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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter seven: Rosemary Lawlor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What unexpected reaction does Gladwell describe London residents having to the Blitz?
(a) Philosophical reflection.
(b) Simple kindnesses.
(c) Depression.
(d) Euphoria.

2. What did the best paintings get at the Paris Salon?
(a) Patrons.
(b) Purchased.
(c) Medals.
(d) Financial awards.

3. What modern weapon does Gladwell compare David’s slung stone to?
(a) A bullet from a .45 pistol.
(b) A bullet from an AR-15.
(c) A stun gun.
(d) A Taser.

4. How much of a basketball court does Gladwell say most teams concede to their opponents?
(a) 50%.
(b) 80%.
(c) 70%.
(d) 25%.

5. How many children does Gladwell say were in jail after the first day of Wyatt Walker’s protests in Birmingham?
(a) 1,200.
(b) 800.
(c) 600.
(d) 1,000.

Short Answer Questions

1. What aspect of law did Boies’ talents fit best with?

2. When does Gladwell say “things got worse” in Northern Ireland (199)?

3. How many men does Gladwell say T. E. Lawrence’s force lost, in capturing those men?

4. What does Gladwell say was Wyatt Walker’s general principle for staging direct actions?

5. Which of the impressionists does Gladwell describe as the “easygoing urchin” (64)?

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