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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter one: Vivek Ranadivé.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What was Vivek Ranadivé’s first principle of coaching?
(a) Not to raise his voice.
(b) To have fun first.
(c) To win at all costs.
(d) To play excellent basketball, win or lose.

3. How old does Gladwell say Ranadivé was, when he came to the U.S.?
(a) 17.
(b) 12.
(c) 6.
(d) 10.

4. What does Gladwell say Ranadivé felt about his opponents’ view of him?
(a) He relished their respect.
(b) He fed off their anger.
(c) He did not care.
(d) He was patient with their frustration.

5. What percentage of wars were won by weaker countries, when the weaker countries use guerilla tactics, according to Ivan Arreguin-Toft?
(a) 29%.
(b) 63%.
(c) 55%.
(d) 44%.

Short Answer Questions

1. What danger does Gladwell say T. E. Lawrence’s men encountered along the way to Aqaba?

2. Where does David’s stone hit Goliath?

3. How does Gladwell say Ranadivé’s opponents responded to his strategy?

4. Who was the king of the Israelites when David fought Goliath?

5. What does Gladwell say Ranadivé’s players supplanted ability with?

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