Grit: Section #2 Quiz

What does Duckworth suggest about the relationship between passion and skill?

• Passion is irrelevant to skill development

• Skill development requires minimal passion

• Passion is essential for skill improvement

• Skill is predetermined and unaffected by passion

According to Duckworth, what is the role of passion in grit?

• Passion is irrelevant to grit

• Passion provides the motivation for perseverance

• Passion is secondary to talent

• Passion is the only factor in achieving success

According to Duckworth, what distinguishes gritty individuals from others?

• They have exceptional talent

• They possess extraordinary luck

• They demonstrate sustained effort and perseverance

• They avoid challenges and stick to their comfort zone

In Chapter 5, what does Duckworth mean by "deliberate practice"?

• Repeating tasks mindlessly

• Practicing with full concentration and intention

• Avoiding practice altogether

• Relying solely on talent for improvement

How does Duckworth challenge the notion of "following your passion"?

• She argues that passion is irrelevant to success

• She suggests that passion alone is not enough; perseverance is key

• She emphasizes the importance of talent over passion

• She believes that passion is predetermined and cannot be cultivated