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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Blowing the Roof Off.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much was Jack's first pay raise at GE?
(a) $100 per month.
(b) $1,000 per year.
(c) $85 per month.
(d) $1,000 per month.

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

3. How old is Jack when he begins working at GE?
(a) 19.
(b) 24.
(c) 31.
(d) 22.

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

5. How do GE employees take Jack's view on the work environment?
(a) They dread it.
(b) They all quit.
(c) They appreciate it.
(d) It is uncomfortable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What setback keeps Jack from attending one of the two colleges of his choice?

2. What kind of environment does Jack say is best for making necessary changes and modernizing the company?

3. What inspires Jack to pursue his Ph.D.?

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

5. What does Jack say in a Business Week interview that he realizes he should not change in order to make GE become more competitive?

(see the answer key)

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