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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapter 8, Rice Paddies and Math Tests.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When does Wolf visit Roseto?
(a) The 1990s.
(b) 1988.
(c) 1962.
(d) The 1950s.

2. Who are the Borgenichts?
(a) A group who eschew luxury.
(b) A family of lawyers from New England.
(c) A family in the garment industry in New York.
(d) A family of vintners in New York.

3. With whom does Wolf speak at Roseto?
(a) Several local ministers.
(b) A local physician.
(c) Several sociology professors.
(d) A local politician.

4. How many hours does one have to practice something to become an expert?
(a) It depends upon how complex the task is.
(b) 10,000.
(c) 100,000.
(d) 1,000.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gladwell call the culture of many people who settle in Kentucky?

2. Who is Roger Barnsley?

3. What is the most important thing in the type of culture Gladwell examines in Kentucky?

4. How are children grouped to play hockey in the country Gladwell discusses?

5. What can Chinese farmers do if they produce more than the taxed amount?

(see the answer key)

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