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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Introduction - Chapter 2).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Kahneman's personality test administered to Israeli army recruits reveal about the recruits?
(a) The likelihood a recruit would succeed in any job.
(b) The likelihood a recruit would become a deserter.
(c) The likelihood a recruit would be a good marksperson.
(d) The likelihood a recruit would suffer a mental breakdown.

2. What kind of professional does Morey often hire who always seem to disappoint him?
(a) Psychologists.
(b) Writers.
(c) Doctors.
(d) Lawyers.

3. Why was Kahneman's father released from the Nazi prison camp after six weeks?
(a) His wife lobbied for his safe return.
(b) He had connections in the French government.
(c) His employer, Eugene Schueller, asked for his release.
(d) His child begged for his release.

4. What did the Kahnemans do to pass as Christians while in hiding?
(a) Wore crosses as jewelry.
(b) Had crosses in their house.
(c) Carried rosaries.
(d) Went to church on Sundays.

5. Lewis opens the book with a quote from which author?
(a) Keynes.
(b) Voltaire.
(c) Dickens.
(d) Marshall.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which book did Lewis publish in 2003?

2. When did the Kahnemans leave Europe?

3. Where did the Kahnemans move after leaving Europe in the 1940s?

4. Who did Singh tell Morey and his team were his two favorite basketball players?

5. Which team did Stephan Curry play for?

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