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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter three: Caroline Sacks.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What modern weapon does Gladwell compare David’s slung stone to?
(a) A stun gun.
(b) A bullet from an AR-15.
(c) A Taser.
(d) A bullet from a .45 pistol.

2. How tall does Gladwell say Goliath likely was?
(a) 7’8”.
(b) 7’2”.
(c) 6’9”.
(d) 8’11”.

3. What does Gladwell say Ranadivé felt about his opponents’ view of him?
(a) He fed off their anger.
(b) He was patient with their frustration.
(c) He relished their respect.
(d) He did not care.

4. Who was the king of the Israelites when David fought Goliath?
(a) David.
(b) Moses.
(c) Abraham.
(d) Saul.

5. What happened when the California governor announced plans to reduce class size?
(a) He was voted out of office.
(b) He was given a federal grant.
(c) His popularity doubled.
(d) He was challenged in a primary.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much does Gladwell say Goliath’s armor likely weighed?

2. When did the Impressionists go out on their own, and form their own exhibition?

3. What kind of improvement in outcomes does Caroline Hoxby correlate class size to?

4. Where does David’s stone hit Goliath?

5. What does Gladwell say led to declining enrollment in Shepaug Valley Middle School?

(see the answer key)

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