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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8: Rolling Out the Formula.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sam tell Abe Marks that he does not need their systems?
(a) Computers are a waste of time.
(b) His systems are faulty.
(c) He is a retail genius.
(d) He does not have enough money.

2. Why does Helen want four children by the time she is thirty?
(a) So she will have plenty of time with her grandchildren.
(b) She needs something to do.
(c) She does not want to be lonely.
(d) So she will have plenty of people to care for her when she is old.

3. This book is Sam's attempt to __________________.
(a) Build up Wal-Mart's popularity.
(b) Earn extra money for his family.
(c) Make himself famous.
(d) Clear the misconceptions about him, his business, and most importantly, his views on how to build a successful company.

4. Sam and Charlie create the _______ self-service style variety store in the country and the first one in the eight-state area.
(a) Fourth.
(b) Fifth.
(c) Second.
(d) Third.

5. Sam believes that he was over-blessed with the traits of ____________.
(a) Pride and jealousy.
(b) Understanding and empathy.
(c) Love and kindness.
(d) Ambition and drive.

Short Answer Questions

1. Is Sam's deal with Alice unusual?

2. This period of time dictates a __________ period of growth for Wal-Mart.

3. Sam wants to learn more about IBM computers to _________.

4. Initially why does Sam's superior questions whether he is good at retail?

5. Although there have been a number of changes in the Wal-Mart industry over the years, the Walton family still collectively owns __________ of their own business, which is rare for a major corporation.

(see the answer key)

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