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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. What does Jack give GE managers for empowerment?
(a) More responsibilities.
(b) A worry stone.
(c) Less work.
(d) Delegated authority.

2. During his high school years, who teaches Jack the value of competition?
(a) His coach.
(b) His minister.
(c) His father.
(d) His mother.

3. How does the plastics industry fare in the 1970s?
(a) It grows fast.
(b) One small flaw breaks the whole industry.
(c) It almost falls through completely.
(d) Environmental concerns halt plastics production.

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

5. Which of the following is not a job held by young Jack?
(a) Shoe salesman.
(b) Theater janitor.
(c) Newspaper carrier.
(d) Mail carrier.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Jack's father encourage him to learn the game of golf?

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

3. Who blows up one of GE's factories?

4. How does Jack describe himself in Chapter 4 when he becomes a businessman?

5. Who throws a huge party for Jack to introduce him to important people?

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