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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Wooden say about "enthusiasm"?
(a) It is the act of enjoying what you are doing.
(b) It is the act of someone who isn't serious about his or her work.
(c) It is the act of winning.
(d) It is the act of being funny.

2. What does Wooden say about the criticism he has received?
(a) He tries not to let it hurt his feelings.
(b) He tries to retaliate against those who criticize him.
(c) He feels it's just part of being a good coach.
(d) He likes it because it means he's beaten someone else.

3. What kind of character does Wooden suggest people should always have?
(a) A prudent one.
(b) A pragmatic one.
(c) A pessimistic one.
(d) A positive one.

4. Wooden isn't paid large amounts of money to do what?
(a) Be on a Wheaties cereal box.
(b) Coach.
(c) Write his book.
(d) Become a sportscaster.

5. What are the first "two blocks" (aka, the "base") of success that Wooden describes?
(a) Fame and glory.
(b) Industriousness and enthusiasm.
(c) Self-control and alertness.
(d) Discipline and respect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Wooden say that team players have to feel about themselves?

2. What does Wooden think of people trying to achieve goals that will or could harm themselves?

3. In terms of his players' priorities, what rank does Wooden give to "social interaction"?

4. What two elements does Wooden say are the "mortar" keeping his physical representation of success together?

5. Wooden believes that the goals in life are the same as the goals in what?

(see the answer key)

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