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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Dealing with Reality and "Superficial Congeniality".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who says, "When people make mistakes, the last thing they need is discipline"?
(a) Gutoff.
(b) Reed.
(c) Jack.
(d) Coplan.

2. Who greatly influences Jack's work ethic and fondness of current events?
(a) His mother.
(b) His coach.
(c) His father.
(d) His minister.

3. How does Jack describe himself in Chapter 4 when he becomes a businessman?
(a) Confident.
(b) Insane.
(c) Overwhelmed.
(d) A braggart.

4. What inspires Jack to pursue his Ph.D.?
(a) He gets full tuition paid by the ROTC.
(b) Not being able to find a job due to economic recession.
(c) His wife's father wants his son-in-law to be a "doctor" of some sort.
(d) His wife.

5. How long does it take Jack and his team to find a solution to their new plastics product?
(a) Six months.
(b) Sixteen months.
(c) Six days.
(d) Six long years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do young Jack and his friends do to earn a little spare change?

2. How does the plastics industry fare in the 1970s?

3. Jack says it is important for managers to know when...

4. Which two new-hires become important advisers to Jack for the remainder of his career with the company?

5. In which two areas of CEO duties does Jack quickly see he lacks skills?

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