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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Dealing with Reality and "Superficial Congeniality".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During his high school years, who teaches Jack the value of competition?
(a) His coach.
(b) His father.
(c) His minister.
(d) His mother.

2. Where does Jack choose to advertise his plant's new plastics?
(a) Radio, magazines, and newspapers.
(b) Internet, TV, and billboards.
(c) Radio, TV, and park benches.
(d) Radio, TV, and billboards.

3. What is Jack's title at the new GE plastics plant?
(a) President and CEO.
(b) General Manager.
(c) Publicity Director.
(d) Human Resources Director.

4. How does Jack lose his college scholarship funded by the country club?
(a) He insults a club member.
(b) He breaks a window with a golf club.
(c) He shows up for work drunk.
(d) He flirts with a member's wife.

5. Who submits his resignation immediately after the announcement that Jack has been named CEO?
(a) Reg Jones.
(b) Roy Johnson.
(c) Paolo Fresco.
(d) Bill Druckerman.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the plastics industry fare in the 1970s?

2. What setback keeps Jack from attending one of the two colleges of his choice?

3. Who instills management beliefs in Jack that include both competing and facing reality?

4. What inspires Jack to pursue his Ph.D.?

5. Why does Jack's father encourage him to learn the game of golf?

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