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According to Gladwell, what is one reason why people like Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé are successful in instituting change?
According to Gladwell, what is one reason why people like Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé are successful in instituting change?
- They have pure motivations (correct)
- They have extensive resources
- They have influential connections
- They have strong leadership skills
What is one potential outcome if the fascists kill Trocmé?
What is one potential outcome if the fascists kill Trocmé?
- The other residents of Le Chambon will continue to help the Jews (correct)
- The other individuals mentioned will lose motivation
- The larger ethical considerations will be discussed
- The fascists will be confused
What does Gladwell argue throughout the book about those who are more likely to achieve greatness?
What does Gladwell argue throughout the book about those who are more likely to achieve greatness?
- They have extensive resources
- They have influential connections
- They are willing to do whatever it takes to overcome challenges (correct)
- They are naturally talented
What aspect of acting does Gladwell not focus on in the book?
What aspect of acting does Gladwell not focus on in the book?
What does Gladwell suggest about the motivations of Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé?
What does Gladwell suggest about the motivations of Dr. Freireich, Wyatt Walker, Fred Shuttlesworth, and Trocmé?
According to Gladwell, what is one example he uses to question the effectiveness of severe force when battling mismatched opponents?
According to Gladwell, what is one example he uses to question the effectiveness of severe force when battling mismatched opponents?
Who does Gladwell contrast with Leon Gouré to illustrate the importance of going against the status quo and established conventions?
Who does Gladwell contrast with Leon Gouré to illustrate the importance of going against the status quo and established conventions?
What does Gladwell argue for in the book?
What does Gladwell argue for in the book?
What does Gladwell say about the strength of the United States in the context of the U.S. and Vietnam example?
What does Gladwell say about the strength of the United States in the context of the U.S. and Vietnam example?
What does Gladwell say about Konrad Kellen's approach to reading and hearing things?
What does Gladwell say about Konrad Kellen's approach to reading and hearing things?
