Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell

According to Gladwell, what is the "spirited debate" that psychologists have had around the world?

• how long you have to practice

• how to create a prodigy

• nature v. nurture

• Lebron v. Jordan

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What does Gladwell explain in the first paragraph about innate talent and preparation?

• Innate talent is more important than preparation for achievement

• Preparation and innate talent are equally important when it comes to achievement

• Neither preparation nor talent are important for achievement.

• Preparation is more important that innate talent when it comes to achievement.

With which of the following statements about success would the author most strongly agree?

• Some people work harder than everyone else, but never achieve mastery.

• Those at the very top achieve their positions by putting in the most hours.

• Violinists must practice harder than pianists to achieve success.

• Mozart was a prodigy and started composing at the age of six.

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Who were the two experts that our author used to support his main idea?

• Malcolm Gladwell and Daniel Levitin

• K. Anders Ericsson and Daniel Levitin

• K. Anders Ericsson and Gary Hunt

• Gary Hunt and Atticus Finch

What is the primary argument Malcolm Gladwell makes in "Outliers" about the nature of success?

• Success is solely the result of individual talent and hard work.

• Success is largely influenced by timing, cultural background, and unique opportunities.

• Success is predetermined by IQ and cannot be altered by external factors.

• Success is a random phenomenon and cannot be predicted or analyzed.

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How does Gladwell use the example of Chris Langan in "Outliers"?

• To illustrate that a high IQ guarantees success.

• To show the limitations of IQ in determining success without the right opportunities and support.

• As a counterexample to the "10,000-Hour Rule."

• To argue that education is irrelevant to success.

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What role does culture play in success according to "Outliers"?

• Culture has a minimal impact on success.

• Cultural background can significantly influence an individual's approach to challenges and opportunities.

• Success in one culture guarantees success in any other culture.

• Cultural differences are a barrier to success.

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In "Outliers," Gladwell discusses the story of Joe Flom. What lesson does Gladwell intend to convey through Flom's story?

• The importance of a high IQ in achieving success.

• The significance of being born in a certain era and socio-economic background.

• That perseverance is the only factor in achieving success.

• That success is mostly a matter of luck.

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In "Outliers," how does Gladwell view the relationship between personal choice and success?

• Personal choice is the most significant factor in achieving success.

• Personal choices have no impact on success; it is entirely determined by external factors.

• While personal choices matter, their impact is greatly influenced by the opportunities and circumstances presented to individuals.

• Success is about making the right choices at the right time, nothing else matters.

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What does Gladwell imply about the role of hard work in achieving success in "Outliers"?

• Hard work is irrelevant if you are not born with natural talent.

• Hard work is necessary but not sufficient on its own; timing and opportunity also play crucial roles.

• Success is 99% hard work and 1% talent.

• Hard work has no impact on success; it is all about who you know.

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