1. Although both men promised themselves that they would have great jobs they were passionate about, they both ____________.
(a) Were sucked into the money machine.
(b) Really wanted to work for DLJ.
(c) Wait for investment companies they can trust.
(d) Get no job offers.

2. Who rarely visited the Bullpen?
(a) Junior VPs.
(b) Managing directors and senior vice presidents.
(c) Normal associates.
(d) Analysts.

3. Why did one associate fall asleep while questioning Dick Jenrette?
(a) He was extremely rude.
(b) He pulled two all nighters in a row.
(c) The associate thought Jenrette was boring.
(d) He was dared to act like her was falling asleep.

4. The summer between an MBA program is _________.
(a) A very relaxing time.
(b) Critical for finding a job.
(c) A time to see family before starting the school year.
(d) Critical for discovering if one wants to live in New York City.

5. In addition to "Cadillac" schools, now investment banks seek graduates from _______.
(a) State schools.
(b) Tier 2 schools.
(c) Community colleges.
(d) Only Tier 1 schools.

Short Answer Questions

1. The turn over rate in this position is extremely high. Many believe the position will be less abusive. Employees expect to quickly move up from this position, but are unable to.

2. How much did Rolfe know about investment banking, prior to starting as a summer associate?

3. What was clear about Troob and Rolfe's choice of career?

4. What do most business schools indoctrinate into their grads?

5. What did most of Bubble pitch books require?

(see the answer key)

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