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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter two: Teresa DeBrito.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Gladwell say Ranadivé’s opponents responded to his strategy?
(a) They adapted.
(b) They improved their skills.
(c) They got angry.
(d) They fouled more.

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

3. What does Gladwell say is the benefit of bigger classes?
(a) Less stress on the teacher.
(b) More diversity.
(c) More resources for each student.
(d) More attention for each student.

4. How tall does Gladwell say the tallest man in the world was?
(a) 7’8”.
(b) 9’1”.
(c) 8’11”.
(d) 8’1”.

5. How many miles a day does Gladwell say T. E. Lawrence’s troops could cover?
(a) 26.
(b) 110.
(c) 37.
(d) 48.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old does Gladwell say Ranadivé was, when he came to the U.S.?

2. What happened when the California governor announced plans to reduce class size?

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

4. Why does Gladwell say Goliath said that David was coming at him with multiple sticks?

5. What error does Gladwell say we make about Goliath?

(see the answer key)

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