Jack: Straight from the Gut | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Prologue

1. Discuss Jack's thoughts on an informal work environment.

2. What are Jack's thoughts on changing himself in order to change his company?

3. How do GE employees view Jack's opinion about change?

4. What basic ideas does Jack say he hopes his book will communicate?

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1, Building Self Confidence

5. How does Jack's mother teach him the value of competition?

6. How does Jack's mother influence his management style?

7. What are Jack's beliefs regarding self-confidence?