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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 does Gladwell say Goliath’s attendant was acting as?
(a) His arms bearer.
(b) His water bearer.
(c) His protector.
(d) His visual guide.

2. How tall does Gladwell say Goliath likely was?
(a) 6’9”.
(b) 7’2”.
(c) 8’11”.
(d) 7’8”.

3. What does Gladwell say is the range of an experienced slinger?
(a) 200 yards.
(b) 100 yards.
(c) 50 yards.
(d) 500 yards.

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

5. Why does Gladwell say Goliath wanted David to come to him?
(a) Because he could not see him.
(b) Because he did not want to leave his lines.
(c) Because he could not carry his weapons to David.
(d) Because he wanted to be within range of his archers.

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. What technical aspect of the game of basketball did Ranadivé take advantage of?

4. How does Gladwell say Goliath expected to fight?

5. Where were the Philistines expanding from?

(see the answer key)

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