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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter three: Caroline Sacks.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What error does Gladwell say we make about Goliath?
(a) We overstate his vulnerability.
(b) We underestimate his quickness.
(c) We overestimate his power.
(d) We underestimate his resiliency.

2. What trend does Gladwell say the notion of “relative deprivation” also explains?
(a) High suicide rates in happy countries.
(b) Low unionization rates in industrialized countries.
(c) High job satisfaction rates in miserable jobs.
(d) Low turnover in non-union jobs.

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

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

5. How many paintings would painters submit to the Salon each year?
(a) One.
(b) Five to six.
(c) Two to three.
(d) Ten to twelve.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does David do after he stuns Goliath?

2. Where does David’s stone hit Goliath?

3. How many men does Gladwell say T. E. Lawrence’s force captured?

4. What does Gladwell say the average class size is now, at Shepaug Valley Middle School?

5. What does Gladwell say makes parenting more difficult for wealthier parents?

(see the answer key)

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