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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 9, Marita's Bargain.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Langan despair of publishing his theory?
(a) It is unprovable.
(b) It would be considered too wacky.
(c) No credentials.
(d) It is not finished.

2. To where does Langan transfer from his first college?
(a) Oklahoma State University.
(b) University of Montana.
(c) University of Michigan.
(d) UC Berkeley.

3. Who is Stewart Wolf?
(a) A sociologist.
(b) A physician and professor.
(c) One of Gladwell's co-researchers.
(d) A lawyer.

4. What does Gladwell say one has to have to gain success?
(a) Just high intelligence.
(b) Just smart enough.
(c) High intelligence and a good family life.
(d) High intelligence and motivation.

5. What firms are run by Christian men who live in the suburbs?
(a) Black tie law firms.
(b) White shoe law firms.
(c) White shirt law firms.
(d) Black shoe law firms.

Short Answer Questions

1. From what town in Europe are most of the early residents of Roseto, Pennsylvania?

2. What is the second lesson of Joe Flom?

3. What does Oppenheimer have difficulty with when he is young?

4. Why does Joe Flom have trouble getting a job after college?

5. What is Joe Flom's occupation?

(see the answer key)

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