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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15: Thinking Small.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the company becomes divided, behind whom do the younger guys line up?
(a) Bob.
(b) Rob.
(c) Helen.
(d) Ron.

2. Is Sam's deal with Alice unusual?
(a) No.
(b) Somewhat.
(c) Only at first.
(d) Yes.

3. No matter how efficient or advanced their distribution center is or how great their technology might be, _______________are the real key to Wal-Mart's success.
(a) The Walton family members.
(b) The executives.
(c) The managers.
(d) The associates.

4. Sam enlists the help of Charlie Baum, whom he met ______________.
(a) While working with the Ben Franklin store.
(b) In high school.
(c) While in college.
(d) While working at JC Penney.

5. Initially why does Sam's superior questions whether he is good at retail?
(a) He cannot sell products well.
(b) Although he can sell, his organization skills are not great.
(c) He is frequently late to work and staff meetings.
(d) He does not seem interested in retail.

Short Answer Questions

1. Many people have argued that Wal-Mart has done what to the small shops in rural towns?

2. Sam is about to graduate with a degree in business and has plenty of energy, but is unsure ___________.

3. Sam suggests that if you want to be successful, you need to _______ to your own interests?

4. Sam's father, Thomas Gibson Walton, is a very hard worker who was later remembered for _____________.

5. Sam would walk into some of the big discount retailers and ask to speak with their top executives, introducing himself as "Sam Walton from Bentonville." Why would he do this?

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