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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Don't Be Threatened by People Smarter Than You and the Value of Dogmatism and Flexibility.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What country is Perstorp, the parent company of Hammarplast, based in?
(a) Sweden.
(b) Ireland.
(c) France.
(d) Norway.

2. What was the first city in California to receive a Starbucks store in 1992?
(a) Los Angeles.
(b) Sacramento.
(c) San Francisco.
(d) San Diego.

3. When was the first Starbucks store opened in Chicago?
(a) March 1988.
(b) November 1987.
(c) January 1988.
(d) October 1987.

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

5. What holiday weekend was it when Howard meets Sheri, the woman who eventually becomes his wife?
(a) Memorial Day.
(b) Labor Day.
(c) Easter.
(d) The Fourth of July.

Short Answer Questions

1. What novel features a character that inspired the Starbucks name?

2. How much money does Howard estimate it will take to launch his new coffee house business?

3. How long does Howard stay in Europe for his training with Hammarplast?

4. When does Howard have to report a major financial loss to the board?

5. What is Howard hoping to reduce with his new plan for employees?

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