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What is the motivation behind Hafid's request to become a salesman?
What is the motivation behind Hafid's request to become a salesman?
What is Pathros' warning to Hafid about the life of a salesman?
What is Pathros' warning to Hafid about the life of a salesman?
What is special about the robe that Pathros is to sell in Bethlehem?
What is special about the robe that Pathros is to sell in Bethlehem?
Who is Hafid to report to in order to receive the robe?
Who is Hafid to report to in order to receive the robe?
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What is Hafid's advice to Pathros for achieving success?
What is Hafid's advice to Pathros for achieving success?
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Why does Pathros question Hafid's ambition to be a salesman?
Why does Pathros question Hafid's ambition to be a salesman?
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What is Hafid's understanding of wealth?
What is Hafid's understanding of wealth?
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What is the location of the village where Pathros is to sell the robe?
What is the location of the village where Pathros is to sell the robe?
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Pathros is giving away his wealth because he is unhappy with his life.
Pathros is giving away his wealth because he is unhappy with his life.
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Hafid wants to become a salesman because he wants to improve his relationship with his family.
Hafid wants to become a salesman because he wants to improve his relationship with his family.
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Pathros teaches Hafid that the key to success is solely wealth.
Pathros teaches Hafid that the key to success is solely wealth.
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Pathros believes that poverty is a noble ideal.
Pathros believes that poverty is a noble ideal.
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The life of a salesman is always easy and comfortable.
The life of a salesman is always easy and comfortable.
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Hafid will have someone to support him when he fails as a salesman.
Hafid will have someone to support him when he fails as a salesman.
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Hafid gives Pathros his first task to sell a cheap robe in Bethlehem.
Hafid gives Pathros his first task to sell a cheap robe in Bethlehem.
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Pathros teaches Hafid that failure is inevitable.
Pathros teaches Hafid that failure is inevitable.
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The story takes place in _______________, with a wealthy merchant, Pathros, and his loyal camel boy, Hafid.
The story takes place in _______________, with a wealthy merchant, Pathros, and his loyal camel boy, Hafid.
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Hafid has requested to become a _______________ instead of just a camel boy.
Hafid has requested to become a _______________ instead of just a camel boy.
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Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of _______________ or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of _______________ or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
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The robe is woven from the hair of a _______________ and dyed red.
The robe is woven from the hair of a _______________ and dyed red.
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Pathros advises Hafid to be careful and heed his words of _______________.
Pathros advises Hafid to be careful and heed his words of _______________.
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The key to success is _______________ determination: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
The key to success is _______________ determination: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
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Hafid is to sell the robe at a price of his own _______________.
Hafid is to sell the robe at a price of his own _______________.
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Study Notes
The Greatest Salesman in the World: Chapter 3
- The story takes place in Jerusalem, with a wealthy merchant, Hafid, and his loyal camel boy, Pathros.
- Hafid has decided to give away his wealth to those who have been loyal to him, including Pathros.
- Pathros has requested to become a salesman instead of just a camel boy, and Hafid is puzzled by this request.
- Pathros wants to become a salesman to improve his lowly position in life and acquire wealth and success.
- Hafid questions Pathros' ambition, suggesting that it may be driven by love rather than noble ideals, as Pathros has met the daughter of a wealthy man, Kalna.
The Principles of Salesmanship
- Hafid teaches Pathros that the key to success is not just wealth, but happiness, love, and peace of mind.
- Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of ability or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
- Hafid warns Pathros that the life of a salesman is not easy, and that he must prove himself by enduring the challenges of the profession.
The Life of a Salesman
- Hafid warns Pathros that the life of a salesman is lonely, and that he will face many obstacles and temptations on the road.
- Pathros will have to rely on himself and his skills, with no one to humor or console him when he fails.
- Hafid advises Pathros to be careful and heed his words of warning.
The First Task
- Hafid gives Pathros his first task: to sell a seamless robe in Bethlehem, a poor village that other sellers avoid.
- The robe is woven from the hair of a goat and dyed red, and has a small star and a circle with an "A" square sewn on the inside.
- Pathros is to report to Silvio at the baggage wagons to receive the robe and depart at dawn.
- He is to sell the robe at a price of his own choosing, and keep the commission as his own.
The Key to Success
- Hafid teaches Pathros that the key to success is determination: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
Story Setting
- The story takes place in Jerusalem with a wealthy merchant named Hafid and his loyal camel boy, Pathros.
Pathros' Ambition
- Pathros requests to become a salesman to improve his lowly position in life and acquire wealth and success.
- Hafid questions Pathros' ambition, suggesting it may be driven by love rather than noble ideals, as Pathros has met the daughter of a wealthy man, Kalna.
The Principles of Salesmanship
- Hafid teaches Pathros that the key to success is not just wealth, but happiness, love, and peace of mind.
- Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of ability or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
Challenges of Salesmanship
- Hafid warns Pathros that the life of a salesman is not easy, and that he must prove himself by enduring the challenges of the profession.
- The life of a salesman is lonely, and Pathros will face many obstacles and temptations on the road.
The First Task
- Hafid gives Pathros his first task: to sell a seamless robe in Bethlehem, a poor village that other sellers avoid.
- The robe is woven from the hair of a goat and dyed red, with a small star and a circle with an "A" square sewn on the inside.
- Pathros is to report to Silvio at the baggage wagons to receive the robe and depart at dawn.
- He is to sell the robe at a price of his own choosing, and keep the commission as his own.
Key to Success
- Hafid teaches Pathros that determination is the key to success: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
Story Setting
- The story takes place in Jerusalem with a wealthy merchant named Hafid and his loyal camel boy, Pathros.
Pathros' Ambition
- Pathros requests to become a salesman to improve his lowly position in life and acquire wealth and success.
- Hafid questions Pathros' ambition, suggesting it may be driven by love rather than noble ideals, as Pathros has met the daughter of a wealthy man, Kalna.
The Principles of Salesmanship
- Hafid teaches Pathros that the key to success is not just wealth, but happiness, love, and peace of mind.
- Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of ability or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
Challenges of Salesmanship
- Hafid warns Pathros that the life of a salesman is not easy, and that he must prove himself by enduring the challenges of the profession.
- The life of a salesman is lonely, and Pathros will face many obstacles and temptations on the road.
The First Task
- Hafid gives Pathros his first task: to sell a seamless robe in Bethlehem, a poor village that other sellers avoid.
- The robe is woven from the hair of a goat and dyed red, with a small star and a circle with an "A" square sewn on the inside.
- Pathros is to report to Silvio at the baggage wagons to receive the robe and depart at dawn.
- He is to sell the robe at a price of his own choosing, and keep the commission as his own.
Key to Success
- Hafid teaches Pathros that determination is the key to success: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
Story Setting
- The story takes place in Jerusalem with a wealthy merchant named Hafid and his loyal camel boy, Pathros.
Pathros' Ambition
- Pathros requests to become a salesman to improve his lowly position in life and acquire wealth and success.
- Hafid questions Pathros' ambition, suggesting it may be driven by love rather than noble ideals, as Pathros has met the daughter of a wealthy man, Kalna.
The Principles of Salesmanship
- Hafid teaches Pathros that the key to success is not just wealth, but happiness, love, and peace of mind.
- Pathros believes that poverty is a lack of ability or ambition, and that wealth is good when it brings joy to others.
Challenges of Salesmanship
- Hafid warns Pathros that the life of a salesman is not easy, and that he must prove himself by enduring the challenges of the profession.
- The life of a salesman is lonely, and Pathros will face many obstacles and temptations on the road.
The First Task
- Hafid gives Pathros his first task: to sell a seamless robe in Bethlehem, a poor village that other sellers avoid.
- The robe is woven from the hair of a goat and dyed red, with a small star and a circle with an "A" square sewn on the inside.
- Pathros is to report to Silvio at the baggage wagons to receive the robe and depart at dawn.
- He is to sell the robe at a price of his own choosing, and keep the commission as his own.
Key to Success
- Hafid teaches Pathros that determination is the key to success: "failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough."
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This quiz is based on Chapter 3 of The Greatest Salesman in the World, where Hafid, a wealthy merchant, and his loyal camel boy, Pathros, have a conversation about Pathros' desire to become a salesman.
