The Power of Saying "I Don't Know"

What was the speaker's initial concern about introducing the Dalai Lama?

• A He was worried about how to properly introduce such a remarkable and accomplished person.
• B He was unsure of how to address the Dalai Lama given his prestigious titles.
• C He felt intimidated by the size of the audience at the Vancouver Peace Summit.
• D He was confident in his ability to introduce the Dalai Lama effectively.

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What did the Dalai Lama do when asked a question he did not have an immediate answer for?

• A He became visibly frustrated and ended the discussion.
• B He redirected the conversation to a different topic.
• C He took a long pause before admitting he had never thought about the issue.
• D He asked the audience for their thoughts on the matter.

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According to the speaker, why was the Dalai Lama's response of "I don't know" considered a "great act of leadership"?

• A It demonstrated the Dalai Lama's humility and willingness to learn from others.
• B It showed the Dalai Lama's confidence in his own abilities as a leader.
• C It highlighted the fact that even the most knowledgeable people cannot know everything.
• D It allowed the Dalai Lama to shift the focus of the discussion to the audience's opinions.

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What does the passage suggest about the "cult of the expert"?

• A It is a positive phenomenon that should be encouraged in leadership roles.
• B It is a harmful belief that leaders must have all the answers to be effective.
• C It is a necessary component of maintaining credibility as a leader.
• D It is a myth perpetuated by the media to influence public perception.

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What is the main idea of the passage?

• A The Dalai Lama is a remarkable and humble leader.
• B Admitting one's ignorance can be a sign of great leadership.
• C The Vancouver Peace Summit was an important and influential event.
• D The speaker was impressed by the Dalai Lama's presence and authority.

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How did the speaker react when the Dalai Lama said, "I don't know"?

• A The speaker was disappointed and felt the Dalai Lama had failed to provide a satisfactory answer.
• B The speaker was surprised and confused, as he had expected the Dalai Lama to have all the answers.
• C The speaker was impressed and thought the Dalai Lama's response was a "great act of leadership."

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What information is provided in the passage about the purpose of the Vancouver Peace Summit?

• A It was an event to introduce the Dalai Lama to a large audience.
• B It was a platform for a panel of eight influential leaders, including the Dalai Lama.
• C It was a discussion about the importance of admitting ignorance as a leader.
• D There is no information provided about the purpose of the Vancouver Peace Summit.

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