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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, To Italians, Espresso Is Like an Aria and Luck is the Residue of Design.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the preconceived notions that Howard encounters from other Starbucks employees?
(a) Howard will be a negative hire for the company.
(b) Howard is not intelligent enough to work at the company.
(c) Howard will be a positive hire for the company.
(d) Howard is too intelligent to work at the company.

2. How long has Howard been working at Starbucks when he takes his first trip to Italy?
(a) Two years.
(b) One month.
(c) One year.
(d) Two months.

3. How does Howard describe Sheri's support?
(a) Unfailing.
(b) Unfathomable.
(c) Unbelievable.
(d) Unpredictable.

4. How is Howard's idea of creating Starbucks cafes received when he first returns from Italy?
(a) It is supported by the executives, but rejected by the owner.
(b) It is supported by the store employees.
(c) It is rejected by the executives.
(d) It is rejected by the store employees, but supported by the owner.

5. How long do Howard and Jerry Baldwin negotiate before Howard is hired at Starbucks?
(a) Two months.
(b) One month.
(c) One year.
(d) Two years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of business does Sheri give up before moving to the Northwest?

2. What other coffee company does Jerry Baldwin purchase?

3. What season in 1983 does Howard take his first trip to Italy?

4. Which University granted Howard a scholarship?

5. With what type of cancer is Howard's father diagnosed as he is ready to move to Seattle?

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